Roadway Maintenance Operator: Emergency & Snow Response

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

Job summary

Commonwealth of VA Careers seeks skilled staff to perform equipment operations and preventive maintenance for roadway maintenance tasks. The role includes snow and ice removal, traffic control, and adherence to MUTCD standards.

Applicants should be able to operate light to heavy equipment, conduct pre-trip inspections, and follow safety rules. A CDL is required within 11 months and ongoing compliance with DOT/VDOT policies is expected.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to read and follow oral and written instructions.
• Knowledge of highway maintenance equipment, materials, methods, and procedures.
• Safety shoes required.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain light, medium and heavy-duty highway equipment to perform maintenance and construction tasks.
• Perform snow removal, debris cleanup, and emergency roadway operations.
• Install, maintain and remove traffic control devices for work zones using MUTCD.
• Participate as a working crew member to complete projects and objectives.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Plan reading

Education

CDL certification

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Commonwealth of VA Careers seeks skilled staff to perform equipment operations and preventive maintenance for roadway maintenance tasks. The role includes snow and ice removal, traffic control, and adherence to MUTCD standards.

Applicants should be able to operate light to heavy equipment, conduct pre-trip inspections, and follow safety rules. A CDL is required within 11 months and ongoing compliance with DOT/VDOT policies is expected.