Roadway Maintenance Technician & Equipment Operator

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Virginia; On-site; USD 22,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Commonwealth of VA Careers is seeking workers to perform skilled equipment operation, preventive maintenance, and manual labor to maintain Virginia roadways. The role includes operating highway equipment and supporting emergency operations across shifts.

Responsibilities include snow removal, road safety, PPE use, and pre-trip inspections. A valid driver's license is required, and the position may involve part-time hours and varying shifts.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform heavy manual labor.
• Ability to read and follow oral and written instructions.
• Knowledge of highway maintenance equipment, materials, methods, and procedures.
• Skill in the operation and maintenance of hand-held and power tools.
• Skill in the operation and maintenance of light and medium equipment used for highway maintenance and repair.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain light, medium, and heavy-duty highway equipment to perform maintenance and construction activities.
• Prepare and operate equipment for snow and ice removal or other emergency operations.
• Clear roadways of snow, ice and debris and provide accident clean-up and traffic control during and after normal working hours.
• Demonstrate proper work site protection techniques and maintain safety with PPE and regulations.
• Perform preventive maintenance and minor repairs and complete pre-trip inspections.
• Participate as a working member of the crew to complete projects and accomplish objectives.

Skills

heavy manual labor

read and follow instructions

highway maintenance knowledge

hand-held tools

light/medium equipment operation

valid driver's license

Job description

Commonwealth of VA Careers is seeking workers to perform skilled equipment operation, preventive maintenance, and manual labor to maintain Virginia roadways. The role includes operating highway equipment and supporting emergency operations across shifts.

Responsibilities include snow removal, road safety, PPE use, and pre-trip inspections. A valid driver's license is required, and the position may involve part-time hours and varying shifts.