02730 - Operator Maintenance

VDOT Careers Site • Salem, VA

121d

About The Position

This position involves a combination of skilled equipment operations, preventive maintenance, and manual labor tasks in roadway maintenance. The employee will perform emergency roadway operations as an essential employee, which includes preparing and operating equipment for snow and ice removal, clearing roadways of snow, ice, and debris, and providing traffic control during emergencies.

Requirements

• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions and read work plans.
• Ability to maintain inventory records and complete simple paperwork.
• Ability to obtain valid CDL and DOT medical card within 11 months of employment.
• Ability to perform heavy manual labor.
• Knowledge of highway maintenance equipment, materials, methods, and procedures.
• Skill in the operation and maintenance of hand and power tools.
• Skill in the operation and maintenance of light, medium, and heavy-duty equipment.

Nice To Haves

• A combination of training, experience, or education in Maintenance, Vehicle Operations, or related field.
• Experience in emergency operations including snow removal, storms, and accident clean-up.
• Experience in roadway maintenance and construction.
• Experience performing preventive maintenance and minor equipment repairs.
• Valid Commercial Drivers License with appropriate endorsements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and operate equipment for snow and ice removal or other types of emergency operations.
• Clear roadways of snow, ice, and debris, and clean up after accidents.
• Provide traffic control.
• Operate and maintain light, medium, and heavy-duty highway equipment and vehicles for maintenance and construction tasks.
• Determine and demonstrate proper work site protection techniques.
• Identify workplace safety hazards and suggest improvements.
• Wear proper personal protection equipment and maintain knowledge of safety rules and regulations.
• Use equipment properly and safely, applying MUTCD for detours and work zones.
• Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe work environment following VDOT safety regulations.
• Participate as a working member of the crew to complete projects and objectives.
• Perform manual labor and maintenance tasks as assigned.
• Use a variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
• Perform maintenance repair, replacement, and preventive maintenance.
• Complete pre-trip inspections for any vehicle or equipment operated.
• Install, maintain, and remove traffic control devices for work zones, detours, and lane closures.

What This Job Offers

• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees