Virginia Department of Transportation

Plans, builds, maintains Virginia transportation infrastructure

Operator Structure and Bridge

Building TradesPosted on Nov 13

Full-timeChatham, VA, USA$43.7k - $71kIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

Ability to obtain and maintain a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and Department of Transportation (DOT) medical card within 11 months of employment, and comply with DOT and VDOT policies and standards when operating CDL equipment.
Ability to perform heavy manual labor and mathematical calculations to measure and lay out constructed elements on bridges and culverts.
Ability to perform minor repairs and preventive maintenance on equipment and tools.
Ability to work at heights, over or in water, in heavy traffic, and under other adverse conditions.
Knowledge of highway and bridge maintenance methods, equipment, materials, and safety practices.
Safety shoes are required.
Skill in carpentry, concrete forming and finishing, and welding.
Skill in operating and using light and medium-duty equipment, hand tools, and power tools.
A valid driver's license is required.

Responsibilities

Perform skilled construction tasks including carpentry, welding, and concrete finishing; remove and install structural components to erect, replace, or demolish structures.
Place temporary bridges and remove damaged structures during emergency operations.
Prepare and operate equipment for snow and ice removal and other emergency operations; clear roadways of snow, ice, and debris, clean up after accidents, and provide traffic control.
Apply appropriate in-stream and environmental protection measures during structural maintenance and construction activities.
Operate light and medium-duty highway equipment for maintenance and construction tasks.
Determine and demonstrate proper work-site protection techniques; identify workplace safety hazards and suggest improvements; use personal protective equipment; maintain knowledge of applicable safety rules, regulations, laws, and procedures; use equipment safely; apply the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) to detours, lane closures, and work zones; maintain a clean, orderly, and safe work environment; and follow VDOT safety regulations and practices.
Work as a member of the crew to complete projects and perform manual labor and other tasks supporting construction, repair, and maintenance of timber, steel, and concrete bridge elements and other structures.
Perform preventative maintenance and minor repairs on equipment and tools; transport personnel, equipment, and materials to work sites; ensure equipment is properly and safely maintained; and complete pre-trip inspections for vehicles and equipment operated.

Desired Qualifications

Training, experience, or education in construction or a related field.
Experience fabricating or welding steel components.
Experience in bridge maintenance or construction.
Experience in carpentry, building forms and false works, and concrete placement and finishing.
Experience with light to medium-duty equipment and hand and power tools.
Flagger qualification.
Valid Certified Crane Operator credential with appropriate endorsements.
Valid Commercial Driver's License with appropriate endorsements.

To repair, maintain and replace bridges and structures in accordance with established safety standards, VDOT specifications and procedures, and equipment operation standards.

How you will contribute:

Construction Operations: Perform a combination of skilled tasks to include carpentry, welding and concrete finishing. Remove and install structural components to erect, replace or demolish structures.

Emergency Operations: Place temporary bridges and remove damaged structures. Prepare and operate equipment for snow and ice removal or other types of emergency operations. Clear roadways of snow, ice and debris, and clean up after accidents. Provide traffic control.

Environmental Protection: Apply appropriate in-stream and environmental protection measures during all structural maintenance and construction activities.

Equipment Operation: Operate light and medium-duty highway equipment 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 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 tasks as needed to assist the team in accomplishing construction, repair and maintenance of timber, steel and concrete bridge elements and other structures.

Preventative Maintenance: Perform preventative maintenance and minor repairs on equipment and tools. Transport personnel, equipment and materials to and from various work sites. Ensure all equipment is properly and safely maintained. Complete pre-trip inspections for any vehicle or equipment operated.

What will make you successful:

Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

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 perform heavy manual labor.

Ability to perform mathematical calculations to measure and lay out constructed elements on bridges and culverts.

Ability to perform minor repairs and preventive maintenance on equipment and tools.

Ability to read and to follow oral and written instructions.

Ability to work at heights, in heavy traffic, over and in water and under other adverse conditions.

Ability to work well individually and as a team member.

Knowledge of highway and bridge maintenance methods, equipment, materials and safety practices.

Skill in carpentry, concrete forming and finishing.

Skill in fabricating steel components and welding.

Skill in the operation and use of light and medium-duty equipment such as dump trucks, loaders, backhoes, etc.

Skill in the use of hand and power tools.

Minimum Qualifications:

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 perform heavy manual labor.

Ability to perform mathematical calculations to measure and lay out constructed elements on bridges and culverts.

Ability to perform minor repairs and preventive maintenance on equipment and tools.

Ability to work at heights, over and, or in water, in heavy traffic and under other adverse conditions.

Knowledge of highway and bridge maintenance methods, equipment, materials and safety practices.

Safety shoes required.

Skill in carpentry, concrete forming and finishing, and welding.

Skill in the operation and use of light and medium-duty equipment, as well as in the use of hand and power tools.

Valid Driver's License.

Additional Considerations:

A combination of training, experience, or education in Construction or related field desired.

Experience fabricating or welding steel components.

Experience in bridge maintenance or construction.

Experience in carpentry, building forms and false works, and concrete placement and finishing.

Experience with light to medium-duty equipment and hand and power tools.

Flagger

Valid Certified Crane Operator with appropriate endorsements.

Valid Commercial Drivers License with appropriate endorsements.

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Physical Requirements
Physical Requirements

VDOT employees must abide by VDOTs Code of Ethics and the Commonwealths Standards of Conduct.
VDOT Code of Ethics
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Physical Requirements
Physical Requirements

Minimum Salary: 43690.00

Maximum Salary: 70996.00

About the Company

Virginia Department of Transportation

Plans, builds, maintains Virginia transportation infrastructure

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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