23764 - 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

• Emergency Operations:
  • Operate and maintain light and medium-duty equipment for maintenance, construction, and emergency 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.
  • 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 suggest improvements.
  • Wear proper personal protection equipment.
  • Maintain current knowledge of 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.
• Manual Labor:
  • Participate as a working member of the crew to complete projects.
  • Perform manual labor and other maintenance tasks as needed.
  • Use a variety of hand and power tools to complete assigned tasks.
• 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 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 when operating CDL equipment.
• Ability to operate and maintain hand and power tools.
• Ability to operate and maintain light and medium-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 light, medium, and heavy-duty equipment used for highway maintenance and repair.
• 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 physical demands, including 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.