Transportation Operator I

Virginia Department of Transportation
Newport News, VA
Perform special duties as assigned. The position is to stand-by for “call in” work to supplement advance storm preparation and snow removal activities, as required.

How you will contribute:
  • Emergency Operations : Assist and support operations for clearing snow and ice from roadways, applying abrasives and chemicals on road surfaces.
  • Manual Labor: Perform heavy manual labor such as installing tire chains, plow, blades, and perform debris removal.
  • Perform duties as assigned.: Perform duties, tasks, activities and/or projects as assigned.
  • Preventative Maintenance: Ability to perform preventative maintenance on equipment used during inclement weather to support emergency operations and clearing roadways.

What will make you successful:
  • Ability to operate equipment such as loaders, backhoe, skid steer, and tractors.
  • Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Minimum Qualifications:
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a valid driver’s license.
  • Ability to perform heavy manual labor to include standing, bending, and frequent lifting up to 50 lbs.
  • Ability to perform preventative maintenance on diverse equipment.
  • Ability to work during the day or night shifts to support emergency operations.
  • Safety shoes required.
Additional Considerations:
  • A combination of training, experience or education in Emergency Operations, snow removal or related field is desired.
  • Ability to work 12-hour shifts, night and/or day, when necessary.
  • Ability to work outside normal business hours in emergencies, inclement weather, and hazardous traffic conditions.
Click below to learn more about the Competency Model associated with this Position:
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VDOT employees must abide by VDOTs Code of Ethics and the Commonwealths Standards of Conduct.
VDOT Code of Ethics
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Posted 2025-09-07

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