Maintenance Operator Job at Virginia Dept of Transportation
Are you looking for a great career, great people and great benefits? VDOT is the place for you!
VDOT is seeking qualified Roadway Maintenance Operators to perform a combination of skilled equipment operation, preventive maintenance and manual labor. The qualified candidate will:
VDOT is seeking qualified Roadway Maintenance Operators to perform a combination of skilled equipment operation, preventive maintenance and manual labor. The qualified candidate will:
- Perform equipment operation, which includes but is not limited to, backhoes, dump trucks, tractors and similar equipment.
- Perform emergency roadway operations as an essential employee; must be willing to work outside of normal work hours during emergency conditions.
- Perform manual labor and traffic control activities.
VACANCIES CAN BE FILLED FROM THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IN THE STAUNTON DISTRICT/EDINBURG RESIDENCY COVERAGE AREA WHICH INCLUDES AREA HEADQUARTERS LOCATED IN WINCHESTER, STEPHENS CITY, MT. JACKSON, BERRYVILLE, FRONT ROYAL AND TOMS BROOK.
Current vacancies include: Stephens City AHQ
In addition to a rewarding work experience, VDOT offers core benefits including competitive health and life insurance programs, pre-tax spending accounts, and leave programs. Employees participate in a State Retirement Plan; a tax-deferred Retirement Savings Plan with employer matching provision also available. Also, the state funds a Short and Long Term Disability Program. Miscellaneous benefits include paid holidays, training and tuition assistance programs, wellness programs, etc.
The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is an Equal Opportunity Employer by both policy and practice. Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or against otherwise qualified persons with disabilities. It is the intent of VDOT’s employment and personnel practices to conform to all applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations regarding non-discrimination.
AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.
View details & knowledge, skills, & abilities for applicant evaluation at local VEC or http://www.vdot.jobs.
TDD 1-800-828-1120.
VDOT employees have Shared Values and a Code of Ethics. http://www.virginiadot.org/about/missionandvalues.asp
We encourage all those who apply to review these values and ethics. If you share our values, we invite you to apply. Your success in our organization depends upon sharing these values and keeping this Code of Ethics.
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum qualifications include:
- Knowledge of highway maintenance equipment, materials, methods, and procedures.
- Demonstrated experience in equipment operation and performing preventive maintenance.
- Knowledge of safety policies, procedures, and programs.
- Skill in the operation and maintenance of hand-held and power tools and light, medium, and heavy duty equipment used for highway maintenance and repair.
- Perform heavy manual labor.
- Ability to read and to follow oral and written instructions.
- Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with appropriate endorsements preferred at time of hire, but must be obtained within 11 months of employment.
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred qualifications include:
- High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
- Experience in the maintenance and/or construction of roadways.
- Prefer CDL with appropriate endorsements at time of hire.
Special Requirements
- Ability to perform heavy manual labor to include standing, bending, and frequent lifting up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to obtain flagger and work zone certifications.
References, work history, and DMV records will be verified. Selected applicant, if a current CDL holder, must complete a pre-employment physical and drug screening. Fingerprint-based background check required. Requires approved safety shoes.
Will be required to work outside normal hours in emergencies, inclement weather, and heavy traffic conditions.
NOTE: All drivers hired without a valid CDL in hand are required to obtain their CDL within 11 months of their hire date. You cannot operate commercial motor vehicles prior to receiving the necessary licensure and medical certification. Effective February 7, 2022, new Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations require entry-level drivers (drivers who are seeking to take the skills test in order to obtain a CDL for the first time, upgrade their CDL from a Class A to a Class B, or take the knowledge test to obtain a hazardous materials endorsement for the first time) to complete FMCSA- approved Entry-Level Driving (ELD) Training before the Department of Motor Vehicles can grant the requested CDL or endorsement. The course is comprised of 160 hours, on average, of training. VDOT is willing to assist with your enrollment in and payment for the course upon your acceptance of an ELD Training Tuition tenure and repayment agreement.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Notice – VDOT will record information from each new employee’s Form I-9 (Employment Eligibility Verification) into the Federal E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization. State applications will only be accepted as submitted online by 11:59 pm on the closing date through the Recruitment Management System (RMS). State applications submitted via email, postal mail, fax, or in person will not be considered. The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided on the application and/or resume, therefore, submitting an incomplete state application and/or resume may impact your interview eligibility. This website will provide a confirmation of receipt when the application is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your RMS Account to check the status of your application for this position.
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