Roadway Maintenance Operator | Emergency & Snow Response

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Accomac (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of VA Careers is seeking skilled maintenance workers for roadway operations. You will operate light to heavy highway equipment, perform preventive maintenance, and support emergency and snow removal tasks. The role emphasizes safety, MUTCD adherence, and teamwork across shifts.

Qualified candidates will have CDL and DOT card within 11 months, strong communication skills, and the ability to perform heavy manual labor in a dynamic outdoor environment across Virginia.

Qualifications

• Effective communication in writing and speaking.
• CDL and DOT medical card within 11 months of employment.
• Ability to perform heavy manual labor.
• Read and follow oral and written instructions.
• Knowledge of highway maintenance equipment, materials, methods and procedures.
• Safety shoes required.
• Skill in operating hand and power tools.
• Skill in operating light, medium and heavy equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain light to heavy highway equipment and vehicles.
• Prepare equipment for snow/ice removal and other emergencies; provide traffic control.
• Perform preventive maintenance and pre-trip inspections.
• Implement work zone safety using MUTCD guidelines.
• Maintain inventory and records related to equipment and supplies.
• Work as part of a crew to complete maintenance projects.

Skills

Effective communication

Follow instructions

CDL & DOT card

Operate tools

Operate heavy equipment

Heavy manual labor

Read plans

Teamwork

Work zone safety

Maintenance equipment knowledge

Materials & methods knowledge

Traffic control knowledge

Job description

Commonwealth of VA Careers is seeking skilled maintenance workers for roadway operations. You will operate light to heavy highway equipment, perform preventive maintenance, and support emergency and snow removal tasks. The role emphasizes safety, MUTCD adherence, and teamwork across shifts.

Qualified candidates will have CDL and DOT card within 11 months, strong communication skills, and the ability to perform heavy manual labor in a dynamic outdoor environment across Virginia.