Laborer Wage

Emergency Operations

Operate and maintain light, medium, and heavy-duty highway equipment to perform maintenance and construction activities.

Job Safety

• Demonstrate proper work site protection techniques.
• Identify workplace hazards and make suggestions for improvements to ensure workplace safety.
• Wear proper personal protection equipment.
• Maintain current knowledge of safety rules, regulations, laws, and procedures (OSHA, VOSHA, etc.).
• Use equipment properly and safely.
• Apply MUTCD for detours, lane closures, work zones, etc.
• Maintain 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 and accomplish objectives.
• Perform manual labor and other maintenance tasks as needed for project completion.
• Perform duties as assigned.

Preventative Maintenance

• Perform maintenance repair, replacement, preventative maintenance, and manual labor.
• Complete pre-trip inspections for any vehicle or equipment operated.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to perform heavy manual labor.
• Ability to read and follow oral and written instructions.
• Knowledge of highway maintenance equipment, materials, methods, and procedures.
• Skill in the operation and maintenance of hand-held and power tools.
• Skill in the operation and maintenance of light and medium equipment used for highway maintenance and repair.
• Valid driver's license.

Additional Considerations

• A combination of training, experience, or education in Equipment Repair, Construction, Maintenance, or related field desired.
• Experience performing roadway maintenance or construction activities.
• Experience with emergency operations to include snow removal, storms, and accident clean-up.
• Skill in equipment operation and performing preventive maintenance.