Equipment Operators perform a combination of skilled equipment operations, preventive maintenance and manual labor tasks in roadway maintenance. Equipment Operations includes but is not limited to; backhoe, dump truck, loader, motor-grader, tractor/bush-hog and similar equipment. This position also engages in the following; flag traffic, set up work zones and traffic control, cut brush, clean ditches/debris and patch potholes, perform emergency roadway operations.

May be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth above to address business needs and changing business practices.

Requirements

Qualifications:

Knowledge of highway maintenance equipment, materials methods and procedures
Able to perform heavy manual labor (carry 50 pounds 50 yards)
Able to read and follow oral and written instructions
Able to communicate effectively orally and in writing
Skilled in the operation and maintenance of light, medium and heavy-duty equipment used for highway maintenance and repair

Education:

High School diploma/GED or demonstrated equivalent experience or training

License/Registrations:

Driver’s license valid in Virginia
DOT medical card
Must have a Class B minimum CDL
Ability to obtain Flagging Certification within 60 days of employment

Other Requirements:

A fingerprint based Criminal History Records Check (CHRC) will be conducted prior to employment
Flexible schedule (relates to a 24/7/365 operating environment)
18 years of age or older
Drug Screening will be conducted prior to employment
Required VDOT/Industry training

Work Conditions

90 day probation period
Significant all-season/all-hour operating conditions
May be subject to short or no-notice work assignments
Work is primarily outside along interstate highways requiring necessary safety precautions involved in working with electricity in and alongside traffic
Fast-paced, multi-tasking environment subject to short or no-notice work assignments and exposure to inclement weather
Work environment is informal, both team and autonomy oriented, having routine tasks with variable pace and pressure
Weekend, evening and overtime work may be required. Standing for prolonged periods of time, walking, lifting, carrying; frequently reaching, kneeling, climbing, bending, twisting, crouching and balancing can be expected
Monitored performance with routine evaluations
When directed by client or Project Management may function as a member of an Emergency Response Team
Any other duties assigned by a Supervisor or the Senior Project Manager.
Wage Rate: $18.00/Hourly

NOTE: This position is designated as essential and, as such, all duties associated with this job are required during emergency situations which may include but are not limited to inclement weather, disaster response and emergency operations. VDOT/Project Management will determine when essential positions are required.

Valid driver’s license is required. DMV records check is required. Pre-employment drug screen is required. Fingerprint-based Criminal History Records Check is required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 per hour

Schedule:

8 hour shift

License/Certification:

CDL B (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

U.S. Facilities, Inc-HRHT

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