Roadway Maintenance Operator | Emergency & Snow Response

Virginia Department of Transportation; Willis Wharf (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Department of Transportation is seeking skilled workers for roadway maintenance, emergency operations, and equipment operation. The role involves operating light to heavy equipment, performing preventive maintenance, and providing safe work zones.

Applicants should be able to communicate effectively, obtain a CDL/DOT card within 11 months, and perform heavy manual labor. Knowledge of MUTCD standards and proper tool handling is essential for success.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to obtain CDL and DOT medical card within 11 months of employment.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Emergency Operations: Operate and maintain light and medium-duty equipment to perform maintenance and construction related work tasks.
• Emergency Operations: Prepare and operate equipment for snow and ice removal or other types of emergency operations. Clear roadways of snow, ice and debris, and clean up after accidents. Provide traffic control.
• Equipment Operations: Operate and maintain light, medium and heavy-duty highway equipment and vehicles to perform maintenance and construction related work tasks.
• Job Safety: Determine and demonstrate proper work site protection techniques. Identify workplace safety hazards and make suggestions for improvement. Wear proper personal protection equipment. Develop and maintain knowledge of current safety rules, regulations, laws and procedures (OSHA, VOSHA, etc.). Use equipment properly and safely. Apply MUTCD for detours, lane closures, work zones, etc.
• Manual Labor: Participate as a working member of the crew to complete projects and accomplish objectives. Perform manual labor and other maintenance tasks as needed for project completion.
• Preventative Maintenance: Perform maintenance repair, replacement and preventive maintenance. Complete pre-trip inspections for any vehicle or equipment operated.

Skills

Communication

CDL/DOT

Manual labor

Safety knowledge

Equipment operation

MUTCD knowledge

Teamwork

Hand tools

Power tools

Heavy equipment

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Heavy equipment

Job description

Virginia Department of Transportation is seeking skilled workers for roadway maintenance, emergency operations, and equipment operation. The role involves operating light to heavy equipment, performing preventive maintenance, and providing safe work zones.

Applicants should be able to communicate effectively, obtain a CDL/DOT card within 11 months, and perform heavy manual labor. Knowledge of MUTCD standards and proper tool handling is essential for success.