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Virginia Department of Transportation
Plans, builds, maintains Virginia transportation infrastructure
H4096 – Equipment Repair Technician Wage
$22.24 - $36.14/hr
Entry
South Hill, VA, USA
In Person
General Maintenance & RepairEquipment Maintenance
About the job
Requirements
- 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 operate various types of light, medium, and heavy-duty trucks, equipment, and tools safely and efficiently.
- Ability to perform heavy manual labor.
- Ability to read, write, and perform basic math calculations.
- Knowledge of general shop procedures.
- Skill in using computers.
- Skill in using hand and power tools and advanced electronic and computerized diagnostic equipment.
- Ability to maintain accurate records and reports.
- Ability to read and comprehend service and equipment repair manuals, gauges, and testing devices.
- Ability to repair and maintain a variety of automotive and construction equipment.
- Knowledge of cutting, welding, and fabrication operations.
- Knowledge of the diagnosis, repair, and maintenance of automotive, construction, and maintenance equipment.
- Possession of a commercial driver's license and Department of Transportation medical card, with the ability to maintain them thereafter.
- Compliance with Department of Transportation and Virginia Department of Transportation policies and standards when operating commercial driver's license equipment.
- Possession of and ability to maintain a Virginia State Inspection License.
- Safety shoes are required.
- Combination of training, experience, or education in Automotive Repair, Equipment Repair, or a related field.
- ASE certifications.
Responsibilities
- Diagnose vehicle, equipment, or asset failures using electronic testing equipment, service and equipment repair manuals, and online resources.
- Recommend outsourcing for major repairs when needed.
- Prepare equipment for emergency operations.
- Make equipment repairs, including on-the-road repairs, to reduce downtime during emergency operations.
- Prepare, process, and maintain required maintenance and repair documentation.
- Generate, complete, and close out work orders in the computer system.
- Perform time and leave entry.
- Prepare parts requests.
- Complete paperwork for warranty inspections and repairs.
- Perform repairs and overhauls on automobiles, equipment, and tools, including engines, transmissions, driveline components, electrical and computer systems, fuel injection systems, air conditioning, heating and ventilation systems, hydraulic systems, pneumatic components, and air brakes.
- Perform preventive maintenance on vehicles, equipment, or assets according to the preventive-maintenance schedule and guidelines.
- Make repairs when deficiencies are found or recommend outsourcing.
- Perform safety inspections under the guidelines of the Virginia State Police Inspection program for vehicles and equipment.
- Design, fabricate, modify, and weld components to repair, rebuild, or replace parts.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Desired Qualifications
- Experience repairing and maintaining a variety of automotive and construction equipment.
- Experience using cutting and welding equipment.
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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Simplify's Take
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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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Paid Vacation