Equipment Operator

U.S. Facilities, Inc., a consolidated facility management service company, is seeking Equipment Operators to perform a combination of skilled equipment operations, preventive maintenance, and manual labor tasks in roadway maintenance. Equipment operations include, but are not limited to, backhoe, dump truck, loader, motor‑grader, tractor/bush‑hog, and similar equipment. The role also involves flagging traffic, setting up work zones and traffic control, cutting brush, cleaning ditches/debris, patching potholes, and performing emergency roadway operations.

Responsibilities

• Knowledge of highway maintenance equipment, materials, methods, and procedures.
• Perform heavy manual labor (e.g., carry 50 lb 50 yd).
• Read and follow oral and written instructions.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Operate and maintain light, medium, and heavy‑duty equipment used for highway maintenance and repair.
• Any other duties as assigned by a supervisor and/or USF Senior Project Manager.

Qualifications

• Education: High School diploma/GED or demonstrated equivalent experience or training.
• DOT medical card.
• Class B minimum CDL.
• Ability to obtain Flagging Certification within 60 days of employment.

Work Conditions

• 90‑day probation period.
• Flexible schedule supporting a 24/7/365 operating environment.
• Required VDOT/industry training.
• All‑season, all‑hour operating conditions; may be subject to short‑notice or no‑notice work assignments.
• Primarily outdoor work along interstate highways with safety precautions for electricity and traffic.
• Fast‑paced, multi‑tasking environment with exposure to inclement weather.
• Informal work environment, both team‑oriented and autonomous, with variable pace and pressure.
• Weekend, evening, and overtime work may be required.
• Physical demands include prolonged standing, walking, lifting, carrying, reaching, kneeling, climbing, bending, twisting, crouching, and balancing.
• Performance monitored with routine evaluations.
• May serve as a member of an Emergency Response Team when directed by client or Project Management.

Compensation

$18.00 – $20.00 per hour.

This position is designated as essential; duties may be required during emergency situations such as inclement weather, disaster response, and emergency operations as determined by VDOT/Project Management.

Benefits

• Vacation
• Sick leave
• Paid holidays
• 401‑K

Schedule

• Flexible schedule with potential for 24/7/365 coverage.
• Weekend, evening, and overtime shifts may be required.
• Assignments may be short‑notice or no‑notice.