Diagnose, repair, inspect and maintain motorized and mechanical equipment related to construction, highway maintenance, grounds, and automotive equipment of all types and in varied locations.

How you will contribute:

Diagnosis and Repair: Diagnose vehicle, equipment or asset failures using electronic testing equipment, service and equipment repair manuals and on-line resources. Recommend outsourcing for major repairs when needed.

Emergency Operations: Prepare equipment for emergency operations. Make equipment repairs to reduce downtime during emergency operations to include on-the-road repairs.

Information Processing and Paperwork: Prepare, process, and maintain required maintenance and repair documentation. Generate, complete and close-out work orders in computer system. Perform time and leave entry. Prepare parts requests. Complete paperwork for warranty inspections and repairs.

Perform Repair Work: Perform repairs and overhauls to all types of automobiles, equipment and tools to include engines, transmissions, driveline components, electrical and computer systems, fuel injection systems, air conditioning, heating and ventilation systems, hydraulic systems, pneumatic components and air brakes.

Preventive Maintenance: Perform preventive maintenance on vehicles, equipment or assets according to PM schedule and guidelines. Make repairs as needed when deficiencies are found or recommend outsourcing.

Virginia State Inspections: Perform safety inspections under the guidelines of the Virginia State Police Inspection program for vehicles and equipment.

Welding Repair and Fabrication: Design, fabricate, modify, and weld components to repair, rebuild, or replace parts.

What will make you successful:

Ability to coach and instruct others in diagnostic and repair techniques and in the operation of equipment.

Ability to follow oral and written instructions.

Ability to independently perform major repairs and maintenance on a variety of diesel and gasoline trucks and equipment.

Ability to maintain accurate records and reports.

Ability to obtain valid CDL and DOT medical card within 11 months of employment and maintain thereafter. Must comply with DOT and VDOT policies and standards when operating CDL equipment.

Ability to operate various types of light, medium and heavy-duty trucks, equipment and tools in a safe and efficient manner.

Ability to perform heavy manual labor.

Ability to read and comprehend service and repair manuals, gauges and testing devices.

Ability to read, write, and perform basic math calculations.

Knowledge of cutting, welding and fabrication operations.

Knowledge of general shop procedures.

Knowledge of the diagnosis, repair and maintenance of automotive, construction and maintenance equipment.

Skill in the use of computers and software applications.

Skill in the use of hand and power tools and advanced electronic and computerized diagnostic equipment.

Minimum Qualifications:

Ability to independently perform major repairs and maintenance on a variety of diesel and gasoline trucks and equipment.

Ability to maintain accurate records and reports.

Ability to obtain CDL and DOT medical card within 11 months of employment and maintain thereafter. Must comply with DOT and VDOT policies and standards when operating CDL equipment.

Ability to obtain Virginia State Inspection License within 12 months of employment and maintain thereafter.

Ability to operate various types of light, medium, heavy-duty trucks, equipment and tools in a safe and efficient manner.

Ability to perform heavy manual labor.

Ability to read, comprehend service and equipment repair manuals, gauges and testing devices.

Knowledge of cutting, welding and fabrication operations.

Knowledge of the diagnosis, repair, maintenance of automotive, construction and maintenance equipment.

Safety shoes required.

Skill in the use of computers, hand and power tools and advanced electronic and computerized diagnostic equipment.

Additional Considerations:

A combination of training, experience, or education in Automative Repair, Maintenance or related field desired.

Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certifications.

Experience repairing and maintaining a variety of automotive and construction equipment.

Experience using cutting and welding equipment.

Virginia State Inspection License - Class A

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Minimum Salary: 53201.00

Maximum Salary: 86451.00

About the company

The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) manages Virginia’s transportation network. It plans, builds, maintains, and operates roads, bridges, and tunnels to keep travel safe and efficient. Its work includes long-range planning (looking 20–25 years ahead), transportation modeling for regional partners, and public outreach to keep citizens informed and involved, such as campaigns promoting safer roundabouts. Unlike private companies, VDOT is a state government agency funded to serve the public interest rather than earn profits. Its goal is to provide a reliable, safe, and accessible highway system for all Virginians and to address future transportation needs through coordinated planning and infrastructure projects.

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What believers are saying

June 17, 2026 CTB approved $28.5 billion for roads, bridges, transit, and trails.
FY2027 budget rose 6.7% to $9.0 billion, lifting construction spending.
Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel targets substantial completion in 2026/2027, preserving marquee delivery wins.

What critics are saying

Fairfax Circuit Court's Awuah ruling exposed VDOT to vegetation-maintenance liability on March 24, 2026.
Delayed bridge and tunnel maintenance invites more quadriplegia litigation and insurance costs.
Megaproject slippage on I-66 and Hampton Roads could miss 2026/2027 deadlines, eroding trust.

What makes Virginia Department of Transportation unique

VDOT controls Virginia's $9.0 billion FY2027 transportation budget, unmatched statewide scale.
The agency manages 4,300 projects through a $28.5 billion FY2027-2032 SYIP.
VDOT runs megaprojects like Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel and Transform 66.

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