H4097 - Laborer Wage

Would you like to build a career in highway maintenance and construction? Then consider working for Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT), Petersburg Residency. We are filling a Wage/Hourly Transportation Operator I position in Prince George AHQ. THIS IS AN HOURLY/WAGE POSITION AND IS NOT ENTITLED TO STATE BENEFITS PACKAGE AND IS LIMITED TO NO MORE THAN 1500 HOURS IN A 12-MONTH PERIOD. Additional positions may be filled from this recruitment within 90 days from the closing date. Perform a combination of skilled equipment operation, preventive maintenance, and manual labor tasks to maintain Virginia's roadways. Perform special duties as assigned. **How you will contribute:** - Emergency Operations : Operate and maintain light, medium, and heavy-duty highway equipment to perform maintenance and construction activities. - Job Safety : Demonstrate proper work site protection techniques. Identify workplace hazards and make suggestions for improvements to ensure workplace safety. Wear proper personal protection equipment. Maintain current knowledge of safety rules, regulations, laws, and procedures (OSHA, 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 maintenance tasks as needed for project completion. - Perform duties as assigned.: - Preventative Maintenance : Perform maintenance repair, replacement, preventative maintenance, and manual labor. Complete pre-trip inspections for any vehicle or equipment operated. **What will make you successful:** - Ability to perform heavy manual labor and lift to 50 pounds regularly. - Ability to perform preventive maintenance and minor equipment repairs. - Ability to read and follow oral and written instructions. **Minimum Qualifications:** - Ability to perform heavy manual labor. - Ability to read and follow oral and written instructions. - Knowledge of highway maintenance equipment, materials, methods, and procedures. - Skill in the operation and maintenance of hand-held and power tools. - Skill in the operation and maintenance of light and medium equipment used for highway maintenance and repair. - Valid driver's license. **Additional Considerations:** - A combination of training, experience, or education in Equipment Repair, Construction, Maintenance, or related field desired. - Experience performing roadway maintenance or construction activities. - Experience with emergency operations to include snow removal, storms, and accident clean-up. - Skill in equipment operation and performing preventive maintenance. **Click below to learn more about the Competency Model associated with this Position:** [Competency Model](https://etgi.fa.us8.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_4005/pages/8012) **Physical Requirements** [Physical Requirements](https://covgov.sharepoint.com/:w:/r/SITES/VDOT-SSEM-JSA/Shared%20Documents/Physical%20Requirements%20for%20VDOT%20Jobs/Transportation%20Operator.doc) **VDOT employees must abide by VDOTs Code of Ethics and the Commonwealths Standards of Conduct.** [VDOT Code of Ethics](https://www.virginiadot.org/about/missionandvalues.asp) [Standards of Conduct](https://www.dhrm.virginia.gov/docs/default-source/hrpolicy/pol1-60--standards-of-conduct-eff-1-1-2025.pdf?sfvrsn=7c0d724e_0) ### Qualifications **Physical Requirements** [Physical Requirements](https://covgov.sharepoint.com/:w:/r/SITES/VDOT-SSEM-JSA/Shared%20Documents/Physical%20Requirements%20for%20VDOT%20Jobs/Transportation%20Operator.doc)