Snow Removal Equipment Operator - Emergency Ops

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 69,000; Part time

Job summary

Commonwealth of VA Careers, on behalf of the Virginia Department of Transportation, seeks workers for winter maintenance and snow removal roles. You will assist with emergency operations, operate medium and heavy equipment, and standby for call-in events, including night shifts and 12-hour storm operations.

A CDL and DOT medical card are required, along with a valid driver’s license and safety shoes. Apply to help keep roadways safe during severe weather.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform heavy manual labor up to 50 lbs.
• Willingness to work day/night shifts and 12-hour operations during storms.
• CDL and DOT medical card, and ability to maintain compliance.
• Must have safety shoes and a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Emergency Operations: assist with snow/ice removal and road clearance.
• Manual Labor: install tire chains, plow, blade, and debris removal.
• Preventative maintenance on equipment used for weather events.
• Follow instructions and operate medium/heavy equipment as required.

Skills

Operate heavy equipment

Follow oral/written instructions

CDL and DOT compliance

Valid Driver's License

Safety shoes required

Job description

Commonwealth of VA Careers, on behalf of the Virginia Department of Transportation, seeks workers for winter maintenance and snow removal roles. You will assist with emergency operations, operate medium and heavy equipment, and standby for call-in events, including night shifts and 12-hour storm operations.

A CDL and DOT medical card are required, along with a valid driver’s license and safety shoes. Apply to help keep roadways safe during severe weather.