Roadway Maintenance Operator | Emergency & Snow Removal

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Verona (VA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of VA Careers in Virginia is seeking a full-time road maintenance worker to perform a range of equipment operations, preventive maintenance, and manual labor tasks in roadway maintenance. The role includes emergency snow removal, traffic control, and work zone safety duties.

The position requires the ability to read plans, follow written and oral instructions, and obtain a CDL/DOT medical card within 11 months.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to obtain CDL and DOT medical card within 11 months of employment and maintain thereafter. Must comply with DOT and VDOT policies and standards when operating CDL equipment.
• Ability to perform heavy manual labor.
• Ability to read and follow oral and written instructions.
• Knowledge of highway maintenance equipment, materials, methods, and procedures.
• Safety shoes required.
• Skill in the operation and maintenance of hand and power tools.
• Skill in the operation and maintenance of light, medium, and heavy duty equipment used for highway maintenance and repair.
• Knowledge and application of work zone traffic control standards and techniques.
• Knowledge of MUTCD and work zone safety

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain light and medium-duty equipment for maintenance tasks.
• Prepare and operate equipment for snow removal and emergency operations; clear roadways.
• Operate heavy-duty highway equipment and vehicles for maintenance and construction.
• Follow safety rules, wear PPE, and apply MUTCD for detours and work zones.
• Maintain safe work environment and follow OSHA/VOSHA regulations.
• Participate as a working member of the crew to complete projects and perform manual labor.
• Use hand and power tools to complete assigned tasks.
• Perform preventive maintenance and pre-trip inspections.
• Install and remove traffic control devices in work zones per MUTCD; track inventory.

Skills

Equipment operations

Emergency operations

Manual labor

Safety practices

Traffic control knowledge

Reading plans and sketches

Teamwork

Communication skills

Job description

Commonwealth of VA Careers in Virginia is seeking a full-time road maintenance worker to perform a range of equipment operations, preventive maintenance, and manual labor tasks in roadway maintenance. The role includes emergency snow removal, traffic control, and work zone safety duties.

The position requires the ability to read plans, follow written and oral instructions, and obtain a CDL/DOT medical card within 11 months.