Roadway Maintenance Operator: Snow Removal & Traffic Control

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Bassett (VA); On-site; USD 54,357,000 - 88,312,000; Part time

Job summary

Commonwealth of VA Careers in Virginia is seeking personnel for roadway maintenance roles. The position combines skilled equipment operations, preventive maintenance, and manual labor tasks in roadway maintenance, with duties including emergency roadway operations and traffic control.

Responsibilities include operating light to heavy highway equipment, enforcing safety, and performing maintenance and repairs.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to perform heavy manual labor.
• Ability to read and interpret plans and sketches.
• Knowledge of work zone safety and MUTCD.
• Knowledge of federal and state regulations regarding traffic controls devices.
• Knowledge of highway maintenance equipment, materials, methods, and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Emergency Operations: Clear roadways of snow, ice, and debris, and provide traffic control.
• Equipment Operations: Operate and maintain highway equipment and vehicles for maintenance and construction tasks.
• Job Safety: Apply safety rules and wear PPE; follow OSHA/VOSHA guidelines and MUTCD for detours and work zones.
• Manual Labor: Work as part of a crew to complete projects and use hand/power tools.
• Preventative Maintenance: Perform repairs and pre-trip inspections on equipment.
• Traffic Control Devices: Install, maintain, and remove devices for work zones and detours.

Skills

Oral & written communication

Heavy manual labor

Reading instructions

MUTCD knowledge

Traffic control knowledge

Equipment operation

Tool operation

Education

CDL and DOT medical card

Job description

Commonwealth of VA Careers in Virginia is seeking personnel for roadway maintenance roles. The position combines skilled equipment operations, preventive maintenance, and manual labor tasks in roadway maintenance, with duties including emergency roadway operations and traffic control.

Responsibilities include operating light to heavy highway equipment, enforcing safety, and performing maintenance and repairs.