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H2117 - Operator Maintenance Wage

Job in Salem, Roanoke County, Virginia, 24155, USA
Listing for: Virginia Department of Transportation
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-06-19
Job specializations:
  • Transportation
    General Labor
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 18.97 - 30.82 USD Hourly USD 18.97 30.82 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Job Information

  • Locations:
    Salem Residency, Troutville AHQ, Buchanan AHQ, Eagle Rock AHQ
  • Job Schedule:

    Part time
  • Role

    Title:

    Transportation Operator II
  • Minimum Salary: 18.97
  • Maximum Salary: 30.82
  • Competency Model:
    All Employee
  • Job-Specific Insights:
    We currently are looking to fill positions at our Southwest Area Headquarters, Troutville Area Headquarters, Buchanan Area Headquarters, and Eagle Rock Area Headquarters.
Job Description

Perform a combination of skilled equipment operations, preventive maintenance, and manual labor tasks in roadway maintenance. Perform emergency roadway operations as an essential employee. Perform special duties as assigned.

How you will contribute
  • Emergency Operations:
    Clear roadways of snow, ice, and debris, and clean up after accidents. Provide traffic control.
  • Equipment Operations:
    Operate and maintain light, medium, and heavy-duty highway equipment and vehicles to perform maintenance and construction related work tasks.
  • Job Safety:
    Determine and demonstrate proper work site protection techniques. Identify workplace safety hazards and make suggestions for improvement. Wear proper personal protection equipment. Maintain current knowledge of safety rules, regulations, laws, and procedures (OSHA and 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 to complete assigned work. Use a variety of hand and power tools to complete assigned tasks.
  • Perform duties as assigned.
  • Preventative Maintenance:
    Perform maintenance repair, replacement, and preventive maintenance. Complete pre-trip inspections for any vehicle or equipment operated.
  • Traffic Control Devices:
    Install, maintain, and remove traffic control devices for work zones, detours, lane closures, etc., in assigned areas using the MUTCD. Assist in tracking inventory and maintaining records.
What will make you successful
  • 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 read and interpret plans and sketches.
  • Knowledge and application of work zone safety, traffic controls and flagging operations to include the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD).
  • Knowledge of federal and state regulations regarding traffic controls devices.
  • Knowledge of highway maintenance equipment, materials, methods, and procedures.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
  • Ability to perform heavy manual labor.
  • Ability to read and follow oral and written instructions.
  • Knowledge of highway maintenance equipment, materials, methods, and procedures.
  • Possession of CDL and DOT medical card and ability to maintain thereafter. Must comply with DOT and VDOT policies and standards when operating CDL equipment.
  • Safety shoes required.
  • Skill in the operation and maintenance of hand and power tools.
  • Skill in the operation and maintenance of light, medium, and heavy-duty equipment used for highway maintenance and repair.
Additional Considerations
  • A combination of training, experience, or education in Maintenance, Construction, or related field desired.
  • Ability to perform preventive maintenance and minor equipment repairs.
  • Skilled in emergency operations to include snow removal, storms, and accident clean-up.
  • Skilled in roadway maintenance and construction.
VDOT Code of Ethics and Standards of Conduct

VDOT employees must abide by VDOT's Code of Ethics and the Commonwealth's Standards of Conduct.

Physical Requirements

Physical requirements are typically required for this position but specific details are not listed here.

Pay Information

VDOT utilizes a market based pay program, which has been approved by DHRM. Therefore, advertised rates of pay may or may not align with the Commonwealth pay bands.

Inclusion and Accessibility

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we encourage individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. Please provide a Certificate of Disability (COD) as described.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer.

Pre-employment Screenings

Please be aware all VDOT positions require pre-employment screenings. These screenings may include the following:

  • Fingerprint based Criminal History Background Check
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