Equipment Operator II

Human Resources•Williamsburg, VA

4d•$18 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

U.S. Facilities, Inc. is seeking an Equipment Operator II to perform skilled equipment operations, preventive maintenance, and manual labor in roadway maintenance. Equipment may include backhoes, dump trucks, loaders, motor-graders, tractors/bush-hogs, and similar equipment. The role also includes traffic flagging, work-zone and traffic-control setup, brush cutting, ditch and debris cleaning, pothole patching, and emergency roadway operations. The position is designated as essential. Duties are required during emergency situations, which may include inclement weather, disaster response, and emergency operations; VDOT or Project Management determines when essential positions are required. The employee may be directed to serve on an Emergency Response Team.

Requirements

High school diploma/GED or demonstrated equivalent experience or training.
DOT medical card.
Class B CDL at minimum.
Ability to obtain Flagging Certification within 60 days of employment.
Knowledge of highway maintenance equipment, materials, methods, and procedures.
Ability to perform heavy manual labor, including carrying 50 pounds for 50 yards.
Ability to read and follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
At least 18 years of age.
Virginia driver’s license in good standing; a valid driver’s license is required.
Must complete a pre-employment fingerprint-based Criminal History Records Check, DMV records check, and drug screening.

Responsibilities

Operate and maintain light-, medium-, and heavy-duty equipment used for highway maintenance and repair.
Perform preventive maintenance and manual labor tasks in roadway maintenance.
Flag traffic and set up work zones and traffic control.
Cut brush and clean ditches and debris.
Patch potholes and perform emergency roadway operations.
Perform other duties as assigned by a supervisor and/or the U.S. Facilities Senior Project Manager.
When directed by the client or Project Management, function as a member of an Emergency Response Team.