Transportation Operator III
Virginia Department of Transportation
South Boston, VA
Serve as a member and leader of a work crew performing a combination of skilled equipment operation, preventive maintenance and manual labor tasks in order to maintain Virginia's roadways.
How you will contribute:
Competency Model Physical Requirements
Physical Requirements VDOT employees must abide by VDOTs Code of Ethics and the Commonwealths Standards of Conduct.
VDOT Code of Ethics
Standards of Conduct
- Emergency Operations: Prepare and operate equipment for snow and ice removal or other types of emergency operations. Clear roadways of snow, ice and debris, as well as accident clean-up. Provide traffic control. May supervise shift operations in emergencies.
- Equipment Operation: Demonstrate considerable skill and expertise as an operator in the proper and safe use of all equipment. Apply specialized knowledge of equipment operation and maintenance techniques, materials, and specifications to perform more complex tasks. Perform and instruct crew in scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and repairs on equipment and tools. Ensure equipment is properly and safely maintained. May demonstrate the hands-on use, operation, maintenance, and small repair of equipment. Perform snow and ice removal and other emergency response activities. Complete pre-trips inspections for vehicles and equipment operated.
- Job Safety: Determine and demonstrate proper work site protection techniques. Ensure crew has proper personal protection equipment. Maintain current knowledge of safety rules, regulations, laws and procedures (OSHA and VOSHA, etc.) and train crew members in proper safety methods. Promote safety as a top priority, and continuously monitor work site to ensure safety procedures are followed. Maintain work sites to ensure safety of work crew, landowners, and the traveling public. Apply MUTCD for detours, lane closures, work zones, etc. Take corrective action when unsafe conditions are identified.
- Leadership: Conduct on-the-job training and recommend additional training needs to Area Headquarters Superintendent. Provide constructive feedback on job performance of work crew. Assist with record keeping and administrative tasks. May serve as back-up to Area Headquarters supervision and may represent the AHQ at meetings. May serve in a supervisory capacity during emergencies.
- Manual Labor: Participate as a leader or working member of the crew in order to complete projects and accomplish objectives. Perform manual labor and other maintenance tasks as needed for project completion. Complete assigned work as instructed in established time frames.
- Preventative Maintenance: Lead or perform maintenance repair, replacement, preventative maintenance. Complete or oversee pre-trip inspections for any vehicle or equipment operated.
- Provide Leadership in Traffic Control: Work with supervisors and managers at assigned locations to plan, schedule, oversee and perform the placement, maintenance and removal of traffic control devices for work zones, detours, lane closures, etc., according to the MUTCD. Receive and respond to work orders. Order and track inventory and maintain records.
- Records Preparation and Management: Prepare and maintain program and project documentation. Assist in the preparation of budget reports, data and records. Assist in forecasting additional funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials and supplies. Monitor expenditures and recommend adjustments as needed.
- Schedule and Perform Work: Schedule assignments received from supervisor according to dates or priority. Identify proper procedures and work assignments. Review work to ensure activities are performed correctly. Provide input to supervisor regarding employee performance.
- Traffic Control: Provide traffic control in support of maintenance operations. Install and remove traffic signs and other warning devices in a timely and appropriate manner. Flag traffic to ensure a safe and effective work zone.
- Worker Productivity: Document and report on daily crew activities, accomplishments, time and material usage. Monitor contractor performance; review and approve documentation associated with work activities.
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
- Ability to compile data, prepare reports and maintain records.
- 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.
- Ability to perform heavy manual labor and use hand and power tools.
- Ability to plan work schedules and identify and assign manpower, materials, and equipment needed to accomplish the job.
- Ability to provide on-site direction and technical guidance.
- Ability to read and follow oral and written instructions.
- Ability to read and interpret highway plans, sketches and technical documents.
- Ability to track daily accomplishments, prepare written reports and documents.
- Considerable knowledge of highway maintenance equipment, materials, methods, and procedures.
- Considerable skill in the operation and maintenance of hand-held and power tools.
- Considerable skill in the operation of light, medium, and heavy-duty equipment used for highway maintenance and emergency maintenance operations.
- Knowledge and application of work zone safety, traffic controls and flagging operations to include the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD).
- Knowledge of inventory and budgeting practices.
- Knowledge of safety policies, procedures, and programs related to roadway construction and maintenance.
- Skill in coordinating and scheduling daily work, personnel and equipment. Ability to provide technical direction and guidance to a variety of laborers and oversee their work.
- Skill in providing and promoting good customer service to internal and external customers.
- Skill in the use of computers and software applications.
- Ability to interpret and apply work zone safety and traffic control manuals.
- Ability to lead, direct, oversee the work of others and train others.
- 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.
- Ability to perform heavy manual labor and use hand and power tools.
- Basic knowledge of inventory procedures.
- Considerable knowledge of highway maintenance and construction practices and procedures.
- Safety shoes required.
- Skill in the use of computers and software applications.
- Skill operating and maintaining light and medium trucks and equipment.
- A combination of training, experience, or education in Construction or related field desired.
- Basic Tree Cutting & Chainsaw Operator
- CPR with AED, Standard First Aid, and Blood Borne Pathogens (BBP) Combined Course
- Commercial Driver' License (CDL)
- Emergency operations experience to include snow-removal, storm damage, and accident clean-up.
- Experience applying inventory practices and procedures.
- Experience in roadway maintenance activities.
- Experience in roadway maintenance and repair. Experience in work zone set-up, traffic controls and flagging to include using the MUTCD or similar regulations. Experience overseeing the work of others.
- Experience leading and training work crews.
- Experience preparing reports and keeping records.
- Experience using computers and software applications.
- Flagger
- Intermediate Work Zone Traffic Control Safety
Competency Model Physical Requirements
Physical Requirements VDOT employees must abide by VDOTs Code of Ethics and the Commonwealths Standards of Conduct.
VDOT Code of Ethics
Standards of Conduct
Posted 2025-09-26
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