01656 - Operator Maintenance

Virginia Department of Transportation•Woodbridge, VA

5d•$48,780 - $79,268

About The Position

Performs a combination of skilled equipment operations, preventive maintenance, and manual labor related to roadway maintenance and construction. This role also performs emergency roadway operations as an essential employee, including snow and ice removal, debris clearance, accident cleanup, and traffic control. Employees work as part of a crew, maintain equipment and traffic control devices, and follow applicable safety requirements and VDOT practices.

Requirements

Communicate effectively orally and in writing; follow instructions and read and interpret work plans, specifications, plans, and sketches.
Complete accurate work documentation, maintain inventory records, and complete simple paperwork.
Obtain a valid CDL and DOT medical card within 11 months of employment and maintain them thereafter; comply with DOT and VDOT policies and standards when operating CDL equipment.
Perform heavy manual labor.
Work effectively as part of a team to complete assignments.
Know highway maintenance equipment, materials, methods, and procedures.
Know and apply work-zone safety, traffic controls, flagging operations, MUTCD requirements, and federal and state regulations regarding traffic control devices.
Operate and maintain hand and power tools and light-, medium-, and heavy-duty equipment used for highway maintenance and repair.
Have skill in highway maintenance materials, methods, and procedures and in operating equipment.
Wear safety shoes.

Nice To Haves

Training, experience, or education in maintenance, vehicle operations, or a related field.
Experience in emergency operations, including snow removal, storms, and accident cleanup.
Experience in roadway maintenance and construction.
Experience performing preventive maintenance and minor equipment repairs.
A valid Commercial Driver’s License with appropriate endorsements.

Responsibilities

Operate and maintain light-, medium-, and heavy-duty highway equipment and vehicles for maintenance and construction tasks.
Prepare and operate equipment for snow and ice removal and other emergency operations; clear roadways of snow, ice, and debris and clean up after accidents.
Provide traffic control during roadway work and emergency operations.
Determine and apply appropriate work-site protection techniques, identify safety hazards, use personal protective equipment, and follow OSHA, VOSHA, VDOT, and other applicable safety requirements.
Apply the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) for detours, lane closures, and work zones.
Participate as a working crew member, performing manual labor and other maintenance tasks to complete assigned projects.
Use hand and power tools to complete assigned work.
Perform maintenance repairs, replacements, and preventive maintenance; complete pre-trip inspections of vehicles and equipment operated.
Install, maintain, and remove traffic control devices in assigned areas.
Assist with inventory tracking and recordkeeping, including completing simple paperwork and work documentation.