Title: Laborer Wage

State Role Title: Transportation Operator I

Hiring Range: $17.33 - $28.17

Pay Band: 1

Agency: VA Dept of Transportation

Location: Clarksville AHQ

Agency Website: www.virginiadot.org/jobs

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

Would you like to build a career in highway maintenance and construction, an industry that will offer you long-term career opportunities? Then consider working for the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT), South Hill Residency.

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.

The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) Richmond District – South Hill Residency is seeking a qualified Highway Maintenance Laborer to fill a vacancy at our Clarksville Area Headquarters.

This position will:
• Perform manual labor and other maintenance tasks as needed for project completion.
• Perform heavy manual labor and lift up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Perform preventive maintenance and minor equipment repairs.

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.

We are a “Virginia Values Veterans” (V3) official certified company and state agency that provides hiring preference to Veterans and Members of the Virginia National Guard in support of Executive Order 29, (2010). If you are a Veteran or Virginia National Guard Member, we urge you to respond accordingly on your state application.

We have Shared Values and a Code of Ethics: your success in our organization depends upon modeling these values, therefore please access the following link: https://www.virginiadot.org/about/missionandvalues.asp to review them and, if in agreement, we welcome you to apply.

Additional Wage positions may be filled from this recruitment within 90 days of the closing date at any location within the South Hill Residency.

Minimum Qualifications

• Skill in the operation and maintenance of hand-held and power tools.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to perform heavy manual labor.
• Knowledge of highway maintenance equipment, materials, methods, and procedures.
• Ability to read and follow oral and written instructions.
• Skill in the operation and maintenance of light and medium equipment used for highway
maintenance and repair.

Additional Considerations

• Experience performing roadway maintenance or construction activities.
• Experience with emergency operations to include snow removal, storms, and accident
clean-up.
• A combination of training, experience, or education in Equipment Repair, Construction,
Maintenance, or related field desired.
• Skill in equipment operation and performing preventive maintenance.

Special Instructions

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.

Position is designated as essential to emergency operations and will be required to work outside normal work hours to ensure the safety of the traveling public.

If selected as a finalist, you will undergo a fingerprint-based criminal history records check required. References, work history, and DMV records verified prior to commencement of employment. Position requires unrestricted mobility, working in all types of weather, terrain and standing for long periods. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Requires approved safety shoes, which is a reimbursable expense. Ability to perform manual labor to include standing, bending, and frequent lifting up to 50 lbs. Ability to obtain flagger and work zone certifications. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States. H1B VISA Sponsorship is not available.

State applications will only be accepted as submitted online by 11:55 pm on the closing date through the PageUp System. State applications submitted via email, postal mail, fax, or in person will not be considered. Applicants are expected to fully represent qualifications and work history on the State application and or resume. The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided on the application, therefore, it is essential to fully complete each section of the application and provide detailed information. Submitting an incomplete state application, or a state application lacking in detail, may impact your interview eligibility.

The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is an Equal Opportunity Employer by both policy and practice. For more information about our employment practices, please visit http://www.virginiadot.org/jobs/information_for_employees.asp

Contact Information

Name: Cayce Kump

Phone: 804-910-6050

Email: Cayce.kump@vdot.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.