Roadway Maintenance Operator: Snow & Emergency Response

Virginia Department of Transportation; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Department of Transportation in Virginia is seeking capable equipment operators to perform roadway maintenance, snow and ice removal, and related manual labor. You will operate light to heavy highway equipment, conduct preventive maintenance, and follow MUTCD guidelines for detours and work zones.

Strong safety orientation and ability to work in emergencies are essential. Applicants must obtain a CDL with appropriate endorsements within 11 months, and demonstrate effective

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.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Emergency Operations: Operate and maintain light and medium-duty equipment.
• Emergency Operations: Prepare and operate equipment for snow and ice removal.
• Equipment Operations: Operate and maintain highway equipment.
• Job Safety: Determine and demonstrate proper work site protection techniques.
• Manual Labor: Participate as a working member of the crew to complete projects.
• Preventative Maintenance: Perform maintenance, replacement and preventive maintenance.
• Traffic Control Devices: Install, maintain and remove traffic control devices for work zones.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Reading plans

Hand and power tools

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Valid CDL with endorsements

Tools

Light/Heavy equipment operation

MUTCD knowledge

Traffic control devices

Equipment maintenance

Job description

Virginia Department of Transportation in Virginia is seeking capable equipment operators to perform roadway maintenance, snow and ice removal, and related manual labor. You will operate light to heavy highway equipment, conduct preventive maintenance, and follow MUTCD guidelines for detours and work zones.

Strong safety orientation and ability to work in emergencies are essential. Applicants must obtain a CDL with appropriate endorsements within 11 months, and demonstrate effective