07855 - Operator Maintenance

About the role

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

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 or other emergency operations; clear roadways of snow, ice, and debris; clean up after accidents; and provide traffic control.
• Determine and demonstrate proper work site protection techniques, identify workplace safety hazards, and suggest improvements.
• Wear proper personal protection equipment and maintain knowledge of current safety rules, regulations, and laws (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.
• Participate as a working member of the crew to complete projects, performing manual labor and other maintenance tasks as needed.
• Use a variety of hand and power tools to complete assigned tasks.
• Perform maintenance, repair, replacement, and preventive maintenance; complete pre-trip inspections for vehicles and equipment.
• Install, maintain, and remove traffic control devices for work zones, detours, and lane closures using 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, 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• A combination of training, experience, or education in Maintenance, Vehicle Operations, or a related field.
• 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 with appropriate endorsements.

Physical Requirements

This role requires the ability to perform heavy manual labor and operate a variety of equipment. Employees must adhere to VDOT’s safety regulations and wear proper personal protection equipment.