Maintenance Operator, Specialty Crew - Farmers AHQ id-8190

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What drives you? Whether it's knowing the work you do makes a difference, having great work/life balance, working on exciting and challenging projects, leading innovation, and championing change or simply working with a great group of people who are committed to your professional development...At the Virginia Department of Transportation, we have something for YOU!

The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT), Fredericksburg Residency is seeking an individual to serve the citizens of the Commonwealth and travelling public daily through our mission to plan, deliver, operate and maintain a transportation system that is safe, moves people and goods, enhances the economy, and improves quality of life. We are seeking an individual interested in joining our team who is able to operate power tools and heavy equipment (chain saws, trimming and chipping machines, dump truck, loader, backhoe, motor grader, tractor w/attachments) and perform manual labor.

As a maintenance operator on the Specialty Crew, you will:


VDOT is an emergency response agency, and this position is the core of this requirement, therefore you will work outside of normal work hours during emergency operations.

NOTE: This position requires approved safety shoes. Preference will be given to current CDL carriers.

Minimum Qualifications


  • Knowledge of highway maintenance equipment, materials, methods, and procedures
  • Ability to perform heavy manual labor
  • Ability to read and follow oral and written instructions
  • Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
  • 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
  • Skill in the operation and maintenance of hand and power tools
  • Ability to perform safe/skilled operation and maintenance of light, medium, and heavy-duty equipment used for highway maintenance and repair

Additional Considerations


  • Experience in roadway maintenance and construction
  • Valid CDL with appropriate endorsements
  • Experience in emergency operations to include snow removal, storms and accident clean-up
  • Experience performing preventive maintenance and minor equipment repairs
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