E2500 - Operator Emergency CDL Wage

Responsibilities

• Emergency Operations: Assist and support operations for clearing snow and ice from roadways, applying abrasives and chemicals on road surfaces. May also be called in to respond during other types of weather emergencies.
• Manual Labor: Perform heavy manual labor such as installing tire chains, plow, and blades, and perform debris removal.
• Perform duties as assigned: Carry out duties, tasks, activities and/or projects as directed.
• Preventative Maintenance: Perform preventative maintenance on equipment used to clear roadways during inclement weather events.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to perform heavy manual labor, including standing, bending, and frequent lifting up to 50 lb.
• Ability to work day or night shifts to support emergency operations.
• Possession of a CDL and DOT medical card, with ongoing compliance to DOT and VDOT policies and standards when operating CDL‑equipped equipment.
• Safety shoes required.
• Skilled in operating medium and heavy equipment such as dump trucks, tractors, front‑end loaders, and motor graders.
• Valid driver’s license.

Additional Considerations

• A combination of training, experience, or education in emergency operations, snow removal, or a related field is desired.
• Ability to perform preventative maintenance on diverse equipment.
• Ability to conduct snow‑removal operations using single/tandem‑axle dump trucks, motor graders, backhoes, tractors, front‑end loaders, etc.
• Willingness to work 12‑hour shifts, day or night, as needed.
• Availability to work outside normal business hours during emergencies, inclement weather, and hazardous traffic conditions.

Physical Requirements

Must be capable of standing, bending, and lifting up to 50 lb repeatedly, performing heavy manual labor, and working in hazardous traffic, inclement weather, and other emergency conditions.

About the Department

VDOT utilizes a market‑based pay program approved by DHRM; advertised rates of pay may not align with Commonwealth pay bands. In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process and provide a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI. Veterans are encouraged to answer veteran‑status questions and submit applicable documentation. VDOT is an equal‑opportunity employer.

Pre‑employment Screening

• Fingerprint‑based criminal history background check
• DMV record check
• Work history verification
• References
• Pre‑employment physical
• Drug screen