Operator Maintenance

About This Role

This role involves performing roadway maintenance tasks, including equipment operations, preventive maintenance, and manual labor. It requires participation in emergency operations and adherence to safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Perform a combination of equipment operations, preventive maintenance, and manual labor tasks related to roadway maintenance
• Perform emergency roadway operations as an essential employee, including snow and ice removal or other emergency clean-up
• Operate and maintain light, medium, and heavy-duty highway equipment and vehicles
• Determine and demonstrate proper work site protection techniques and identify workplace safety hazards
• Maintain current knowledge of safety rules, regulations, laws, and procedures (OSHA, VOSHA, MUTCD)
• Participate as a working member of the crew to complete projects and accomplish objectives
• Perform manual labor and other maintenance tasks, using a variety of hand and power tools
• Perform maintenance repair, replacement, and preventive maintenance on equipment
• Complete pre-trip inspections for any vehicle or equipment operated
• Install, maintain, and remove traffic control devices for work zones, detours, and lane closures

Requirements

• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
• Ability to obtain CDL and DOT medical card within 11 months of employment
• 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 and power tools
• Skill in the operation and maintenance of light, medium, and heavy duty equipment used for highway maintenance and repair
• Safety shoes required

Nice to Have

• Combination of training, experience, or education in Maintenance, Vehicle Operations or related field
• Experience in emergency operations (snow removal, storms, accident clean-up)
• Experience in roadway maintenance and construction
• Experience performing preventive maintenance and minor equipment repairs
• Valid Commercial Driver's License with appropriate endorsements

Skills

* Required skills