Storm & Snow Response Heavy Equipment Operator

Virginia Department of Transportation; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Department of Transportation in Roanoke seeks an experienced equipment operator to support winter weather operations. You will help clear snow and ice, apply abrasives, and perform debris removal across roadways, with emphasis on safety and efficiency.

The role requires heavy manual labor, the ability to operate medium and heavy equipment, and willingness to work day or night shifts, including long 12-hour shifts during emergencies. CDL and DOT medical card are required.

Qualifications

• Perform heavy manual labor including standing, bending, and frequent 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.
• Skilled in operating medium and heavy equipment such as dump trucks, tractors, front-end loaders, and motor graders.

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

Heavy manual labor

Follow instructions

Education

CDL driver license

DOT medical card

Valid Driver's License

Job description

Virginia Department of Transportation in Roanoke seeks an experienced equipment operator to support winter weather operations. You will help clear snow and ice, apply abrasives, and perform debris removal across roadways, with emphasis on safety and efficiency.

The role requires heavy manual labor, the ability to operate medium and heavy equipment, and willingness to work day or night shifts, including long 12-hour shifts during emergencies. CDL and DOT medical card are required.