Roadway Maintenance Operator - Emergency & Equipment Pro

Virginia Department of Transportation; Leesburg (VA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Virginia Department of Transportation in Leesburg is seeking an hands-on Maintenance Worker to perform equipment operations, preventive maintenance, and manual labor tasks on roadways. This role includes emergency snow/ice response and traffic control duties.

You will operate light to heavy highway equipment, follow safety rules, inspect vehicles, and maintain work zones using MUTCD standards. CDL and DOT medical card are required; safety shoes are needed.

Qualifications

• Must possess CDL and DOT medical card and maintain compliance.
• Ability to read and follow written instructions, work plans, and safety rules.
• Familiarity with MUTCD and work zone safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Emergency Operations: clear roadways of snow, ice, and debris; provide traffic control.
• Operate and maintain light, medium, and heavy highway equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance and inspections on vehicles and equipment.
• Participate as a working crew member to complete projects.
• Install, maintain, and remove traffic control devices for work zones.
• Follow safety regulations and wear required PPE.

Skills

Reading plans

Written communication

Plan interpretation

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Ability to follow instructions

Problem solving

Education

CDL and DOT medical card

Job description

The Virginia Department of Transportation in Leesburg is seeking an hands-on Maintenance Worker to perform equipment operations, preventive maintenance, and manual labor tasks on roadways. This role includes emergency snow/ice response and traffic control duties.

You will operate light to heavy highway equipment, follow safety rules, inspect vehicles, and maintain work zones using MUTCD standards. CDL and DOT medical card are required; safety shoes are needed.