06197 - Operator Bridge Tunnel

About the role

Perform a variety of tasks related to directing and controlling traffic in a tunnel or bridge facility to include safety and security measures. Maximize safety of public roads through proper traffic control in routine and emergency operations.

Responsibilities

• Direct and control traffic throughout the facility.
• Observe and report all unusual occurrences.
• Assist state and local police, fire and rescue units and maintenance personnel in emergencies and routine operations.
• Use safety equipment, techniques and skills such as CPR, first aid, etc.
• Check ID cards, issue visitor passes at checkpoints and remain alert and observant to provide security to the facility.
• Report suspicious activities or events to Control Room.
• Maintain a professional demeanor and uniform appearance.
• Maintain high visibility during peak traffic.
• Maintain daily log, reporting and documenting all incidents and discrepancies.

Requirements

• Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers.
• Ability to perform manual labor tasks.
• Ability to provide oral instructions or directions to others.
• Ability to read and write; and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to stand watch and patrol facility and be aware of the problems associated with traffic.
• Safety shoes required.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Working knowledge of work zone traffic control standards and techniques, as well as methods to direct and control traffic.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively and courteously with internal and external customers.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to perform manual labor tasks.
• Ability to read and write.
• Ability to stand watch and patrol facility and be aware of the problems associated with traffic.
• Safety shoes required.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Working knowledge of work zone traffic control standards and techniques, as well as methods to direct and control traffic.

Skills

• Flagger Knowledge.
• Safety work.
• First aid.
• Police work.
• Emergency work.
• Meeting with public.

Benefits

N/A

Pay

N/A

Schedule

N/A

Additional Considerations

• A combination of training, experience, or education in Bridge Maintenance, Tunnel Maintenance, or related field desired.
• Experience working with, in or around heavy traffic.
• Flagger Knowledge of security work, first aid, police work, emergency work and meeting with public.

Competency Model

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Physical Requirements

VDOT employees must abide by VDOTs Code of Ethics and the Commonwealths Standards of Conduct. VDOT Code of Ethics Standards of Conduct

About Us

VDOT utilizes a market based pay program, which has been approved by DHRM. Therefore, advertised rates of pay may or may not align with the Commonwealth pay bands. In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI).

Equal Opportunity Employer

Please be aware all VDOT positions require pre-employment screenings. These screenings may include the following: Fingerprint based Criminal History Background Check, DMV Record Check, Work History Verification, References, Pre-employment physical, Drug screen.