Virginia Department of Transportation
Plans, builds, maintains Virginia transportation infrastructure
H4060 – Equipment Repair Mechanic Wage
About the job
- Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
- Ability to perform manual labor.
- Ability to read, comprehend, and apply information from service and equipment manuals.
- Ability to record and maintain data in computer systems.
- Knowledge of general shop procedures.
- Safety shoes are required.
- Skill in performing light vehicle services and repairs.
- Skill in using computers for research, navigation, and communication.
- Valid driver's license.
- Perform basic repairs and services on light, heavy-duty, and diesel trucks; road construction and maintenance equipment; hydraulic systems; and electrical components.
- Diagnose, repair, and complete basic tasks on tires, brakes, lighting, pumps, and valves.
- Use basic scan tools to read and clear check-engine-light codes.
- Prepare, process, and maintain required maintenance and repair documentation.
- Generate documents and work orders in the computer system.
- Perform time and leave entry in appropriate systems.
- Perform preventive maintenance on vehicles and equipment according to the preventive maintenance schedule and guidelines.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- A combination of training, experience, or education in Equipment Repair, Auto Repair, or a related field.
- Knowledge of general welding practices.
- Knowledge of laptop and/or handheld diagnostic programs.
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