Roadway Signs & Maintenance Technician

Virginia Department of Transportation; Christiansburg (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The Virginia Department of Transportation seeks a maintenance worker to install, maintain, and repair roadway signs and traffic devices in assigned areas. You will operate light to heavy highway equipment, perform preventive maintenance, and assist in emergency roadway operations as needed.

Strong reading of plans, attention to safety, and teamwork are essential. You must obtain a CDL and DOT medical card within 11 months and follow MUTCD standards for detours, lane closures, and work zones.

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain CDL and DOT medical card within 11 months of employment.
• Experience in work zone setup and flagging per MUTCD.
• Safe use of hand and power tools and heavy equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain highway equipment to perform maintenance tasks.
• Install, repair, and remove roadway signs and posts.
• Set up work zones, detours, and traffic controls per MUTCD.
• Perform snow and ice removal and other emergency roadway operations.
• Maintain records and track inventory of signs and equipment.

Skills

Effective communication

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Reading plans

Mathematics in carpentry

Hand and power tools

Heavy equipment operation

Education

CDL license

DOT medical card

Job description

The Virginia Department of Transportation seeks a maintenance worker to install, maintain, and repair roadway signs and traffic devices in assigned areas. You will operate light to heavy highway equipment, perform preventive maintenance, and assist in emergency roadway operations as needed.

Strong reading of plans, attention to safety, and teamwork are essential. You must obtain a CDL and DOT medical card within 11 months and follow MUTCD standards for detours, lane closures, and work zones.