Seasonal Snow & Roadway Equipment Operator

Virginia Department of Transportation; Rockbridge Baths (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Department of Transportation is seeking personnel to support winter response operations in Virginia. The role involves snow and ice removal, operating trucks and heavy equipment, and performing routine maintenance on fleet equipment to keep roadways safe.

Shifts may include day or night, with a focus on rapid response to weather events. A CDL and DOT medical card are required, along with a valid driver's license, and safety shoes must be worn.

Qualifications

• Heavy manual labor including standing, bending, and lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work day or night shifts to support emergency operations.
• Possession of CDL and DOT medical card and ability to maintain thereafter.
• Safety shoes required.
• Valid Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Emergency Operations: Assist and support operations for clearing snow and ice from roadways, applying abrasives and chemicals on road surfaces.
• Manual Labor: Perform heavy manual labor such as installing tire chains, plow, and blades, and perform debris removal.
• Perform duties as assigned: Perform duties, tasks, activities and/or projects as assigned.
• Preventative Maintenance: Perform preventative maintenance on equipment used to clear roadways during inclement weather events.

Skills

Operate heavy equipment

Follow instructions

Safety shoes

CDL & DOT card

Driver's license

Job description

Virginia Department of Transportation is seeking personnel to support winter response operations in Virginia. The role involves snow and ice removal, operating trucks and heavy equipment, and performing routine maintenance on fleet equipment to keep roadways safe.

Shifts may include day or night, with a focus on rapid response to weather events. A CDL and DOT medical card are required, along with a valid driver's license, and safety shoes must be worn.