02074 - Operator Maintenance

About the Role

Perform a combination of equipment operations, preventive maintenance, and manual labor tasks related to roadway maintenance. Serve as an essential employee for emergency roadway operations.

Responsibilities

• Emergency Operations:
  • Operate and maintain light and medium-duty equipment for maintenance, construction, snow and ice removal, and other emergency operations.
  • Clear roadways of snow, ice, and debris; clean up after accidents.
  • Provide traffic control.
• Equipment Operations:
  • Operate and maintain light, medium, and heavy-duty highway equipment and vehicles for maintenance and construction tasks.
• Job Safety:
  • Determine and demonstrate proper work site protection techniques.
  • Identify workplace safety hazards and make suggestions for improvement.
  • Wear proper personal protection equipment.
  • Maintain current knowledge of safety rules, regulations, laws, and procedures (OSHA, VOSHA, etc.).
  • Use equipment properly and safely.
  • Apply MUTCD for detours, lane closures, and work zones.
  • Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe work environment.
  • Follow VDOT safety regulations and practices.
• Manual Labor:
  • Participate as a working member of the crew to complete projects and accomplish objectives.
  • Perform manual labor and other maintenance tasks using a variety of hand and power tools.
• Preventative Maintenance:
  • Perform maintenance, repair, replacement, and preventive maintenance on equipment.
  • Complete pre-trip inspections for any vehicle or equipment operated.
• Traffic Control Devices:
  • Install, maintain, and remove traffic control devices for work zones, detours, and lane closures using the MUTCD.
  • Assist in tracking inventory and maintaining records.

Requirements

• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions, read and interpret work plans and specifications, and complete accurate work documentation.
• Ability to maintain inventory records and complete simple paperwork.
• Ability to obtain a valid CDL and DOT medical card within 11 months of employment and maintain thereafter; must comply with DOT and VDOT policies and standards when operating CDL equipment.
• Ability to operate and maintain hand and power tools.
• Ability to operate and maintain light, medium, and heavy-duty equipment used for highway maintenance and repair.
• Ability to perform heavy manual labor.
• Knowledge and application of work zone safety, traffic controls, and flagging operations, including the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD).
• Knowledge of federal and state regulations regarding traffic control devices.
• 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.
• Working knowledge of work zone traffic control standards and techniques.
• Safety shoes required.

Qualifications

• A combination of training, experience, or education in Maintenance, Vehicle Operations, or a related field is desired.
• 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 Driver’s License (CDL) with appropriate endorsements is a plus.

Physical Requirements

This role involves heavy manual labor, operation of equipment, and adherence to safety protocols. Employees must comply with VDOT’s Code of Ethics and the Commonwealth’s Standards of Conduct.