Equipment Operator II

US Facilities•Williamsburg, VA

2d•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 used may include backhoes, dump trucks, loaders, motor-graders, tractors/bush-hogs, and similar equipment. The position involves working primarily outdoors along interstate highways and may include emergency roadway operations or assignments as part of an Emergency Response Team when directed by the client or Project Management. This is an essential position, and duties may be required during emergencies such as inclement weather, disaster response, and emergency operations. The role has a 90-day probation period and requires VDOT/industry training. Work may be assigned on short or no notice in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment with variable pace and pressure. Performance is monitored through routine evaluations. Candidates must hold at least a Class B CDL, a DOT medical card, and a Virginia driver’s license in good standing. A flagging certification must be obtained within 60 days of employment. Pre-employment requirements include a fingerprint-based Criminal History Records Check, drug screening, and a DMV records check. The position requires the ability to perform heavy manual labor, including carrying 50 pounds for 50 yards, and to perform prolonged standing and walking as well as frequent reaching, kneeling, climbing, bending, twisting, crouching, and balancing. The schedule is flexible within a 24/7/365 operating environment. Weekend, evening, and overtime work may be required. Compensation is $18.00–$20.00 per hour. Listed benefits include vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, and a 401(k).

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.
Virginia driver’s license in good standing; a valid driver’s license is required.
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.
Knowledge of highway maintenance equipment, materials, methods, and procedures.
Skill in operating and maintaining light, medium, and heavy-duty equipment used for highway maintenance and repair.
At least 18 years of age.
Pass pre-employment drug screening, fingerprint-based Criminal History Records Check, and DMV records check.

Responsibilities

Operate and perform maintenance on light, medium, and heavy-duty equipment used for highway maintenance and repair, including backhoes, dump trucks, loaders, motor-graders, and tractors/bush-hogs.
Perform preventive maintenance and manual labor tasks for 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.
Read and follow oral and written instructions and communicate effectively orally and in writing.
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.
Perform required duties during emergency situations, including inclement weather, disaster response, and emergency operations.