09067 - Operator Maintenance

About the role

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

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; clear roadways of snow, ice, and debris; clean up after accidents; provide traffic control.
• Determine and demonstrate proper work site protection techniques; identify workplace safety hazards and suggest improvements; wear proper PPE; maintain knowledge of safety rules (OSHA, VOSHA); use equipment safely; apply MUTCD for detours, lane closures, work zones; maintain a clean, orderly, safe work environment; follow VDOT safety regulations.
• Participate as a working crew member to complete projects; perform manual labor and other maintenance tasks; use a variety of hand and power tools.
• 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, lane closures, etc., using MUTCD; assist in tracking inventory and maintaining records.

Requirements

• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• 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 when operating CDL equipment.
• Ability to perform heavy manual labor.
• Ability to read and follow oral and written instructions.
• Knowledge of highway maintenance equipment, materials, methods, and procedures.
• Safety shoes required.
• Skill in the operation and maintenance of hand and power tools.
• Skill in the operation and maintenance of light, medium, and heavy‑duty equipment used for highway maintenance and repair.

Qualifications

• Combination of training, experience, or education in Maintenance, Vehicle Operations, or a related field desired.
• Experience in emergency operations, including snow removal, storm response, 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.

Skills

• Ability to follow oral and written instructions, read and interpret work plans and specifications, and complete accurate work documentation.