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Virginia Department of Transportation

Plans, builds, maintains Virginia transportation infrastructure

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General Maintenance & RepairConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeManassas, VA, USA$48.8k - $79.3kIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Ability to follow oral and written instructions, read and interpret work plans and specifications, and complete accurate work documentation.
  • Ability to obtain a commercial driver's license and Department of Transportation medical card within 11 months of employment and maintain them thereafter; must comply with Department of Transportation and Virginia Department of Transportation policies and standards when operating commercial driver's license equipment.
  • Ability to read and interpret plans and sketches.
  • Experience performing heavy manual labor.
  • Knowledge of federal and state regulations regarding traffic control devices.
  • Safety shoes are required.
  • Skill in the operation and maintenance of specialty equipment and complex machinery used in pavement marking and messaging.
  • Skill in the use and maintenance of hand and power tools, as well as light, medium, and heavy-duty equipment used for highway maintenance and repair.
  • Working knowledge of work zone traffic control standards and techniques.
  • Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
  • Ability to maintain inventory records and complete simple paperwork.
  • Ability to perform heavy manual labor.
  • Ability to work on a team to complete work assignments.
  • Knowledge and application of work zone safety, traffic controls, and flagging operations, including the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices.
  • Knowledge of highway maintenance equipment, materials, methods, and procedures.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and operate equipment for snow and ice removal or other emergency operations; clear roadways of snow, ice, and debris; clean up after accidents; and provide traffic control.
  • Operate and maintain light, medium, and heavy-duty highway equipment and vehicles to perform maintenance and construction-related work.
  • Determine and demonstrate proper work-site protection techniques; identify workplace safety hazards and suggest improvements; wear appropriate personal protective equipment; maintain current knowledge of safety rules, regulations, laws, and procedures, including OSHA and VOSHA; use equipment properly and safely; apply the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for detours, lane closures, and work zones; maintain a clean, orderly, and safe work environment; and follow Virginia Department of Transportation safety regulations and practices.
  • Participate as a working crew member to complete projects and objectives; perform manual labor and other maintenance tasks; and use hand and power tools to complete assigned tasks.
  • Install and maintain longitudinal pavement markings and pavement messages in compliance with the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices, Virginia Work Area Protection Manual, and Road and Bridge Specifications.
  • Perform maintenance, repair, replacement, and preventive maintenance, and complete pre-trip inspections for vehicles and equipment operated.
  • Install and maintain ground-mounted and overhead signs and other traffic control devices in compliance with the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices; follow Miss Utility clearance guidelines and policies for sign installations; and interpret roadway plans and sketches for new sign installations.
  • Install, maintain, and remove traffic control devices for work zones, detours, and lane closures in assigned areas using the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices; assist with inventory tracking and recordkeeping.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience in emergency operations, including snow and ice removal, storms, and debris cleanup.
  • Experience in pavement marking and messaging operations.
  • Experience installing and maintaining various types of traffic control devices.
  • A valid commercial driver's license with appropriate endorsements.

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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