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Transportation Operator​/Highway Maintenance Laborer

Job in Suffolk, Virginia, 23435, USA
Listing for: GovFirst
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-12
Job specializations:
  • Transportation
    General Labor, Driver
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 18 - 23 USD Hourly USD 18.00 23.00 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Transportation Operator / Highway Maintenance Laborer
Job Description
Gov First is seeking a Transportation Operator / Highway Maintenance Laborer in Suffolk, VA at the Hampton Roads District Annex
. This work will be performed on a routine basis as outlined in the responsibilities below.

Duties include:
  • Assist with repairs and maintenance of State roadways and their surrounding rights of ways.
  • Operation of hand and power tools.
  • Performance of minor repairs and preventative maintenance on equipment and tools.
  • Wear proper personal protection equipment.
  • Maintain current knowledge of safety rules, regulations, laws, and procedures (OSHA and VOSHA, etc.).
  • Utilize equipment properly and safely.
  • Ensure a clean, orderly, and safe work environment.
  • Handles emergency operations, to include snow removal, storms, and accidental clean-up.
  • 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.
  • Any other duties as assigned by a supervisor and/or USF Senior Project Manager.
Requirements

Education:
  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • Equivalent experience or training may substitute for education.
  • CDL preferred but NOT required.
Experience/Skill Sets:
  • Knowledge of equipment operation and performing preventative maintenance.
  • Knowledge of performing roadway maintenance and construction activities.
  • Demonstrates experience in equipment operations comparable to that used in highway maintenance/construction activities.
  • Ability to perform heavy manual labor, including frequently lifting 50 pounds maximum.
  • Skill in the operation and maintenance of hand and power tools.
  • Ability to work in inclement weather and to respond to accidents, and emergency/disaster response, etc. during/after normal work hours including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Work

Conditions:

  • 90-day probation period.
  • Potential for significant periods of sitting or standing.
  • May be subject to short or no-notice work assignments.
  • Monitored performance with routine evaluation.
  • Occasional interaction with the public/media.
Pre-employment Requirements:
  • A fingerprint based Criminal History Records Check (CHRC) will be conducted prior to employment.
  • Drug Screening will be conducted before employment.
  • 18 years of age or older
  • Virginia Driver's License in good standing
Benefits
  • $18.00 - $23.00/Hourly
  • Vacation
  • Sick Time
  • Paid Holidays
  • 401-K
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