Highway Maintenance Laborer / Transportation Operator

Job Title: Highway Maintenance Laborer / Transportation Operator Location: Seaford, VA Employment Type: Full-Time (W2)

GovFirst is seeking dependable and safety-conscious Highway Maintenance Laborers / Transportation Operators to support roadway maintenance operations in Seaford, VA.

The successful candidate is responsible for:

• Assist with repairs and maintenance of state roadways and surrounding rights-of-way.
• Operate hand tools, power tools, and highway maintenance equipment safely and effectively.
• Perform minor repairs and preventive maintenance on equipment and tools.
• Follow all applicable VDOT, OSHA, VOSHA, company, and industry safety standards and procedures.
• Wear and properly utilize required personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.Support roadway maintenance and construction activities as assigned.
• Perform heavy manual labor, including lifting, carrying, loading, and unloading materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Assist with emergency response operations, including snow removal, storm response, accident cleanup, and other disaster-related activities.
• Participate as an active member of the maintenance crew to complete assigned projects and operational objectives.
• Respond to emergency call-outs, including nights, weekends, holidays, and adverse weather when required.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, project management, and team members regarding work assignments and project progress.
• ​Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisory staff or project management.

Requirements

Required Qualifications:

• Demonstrated knowledge of roadway maintenance and construction activities.
• Experience operating highway maintenance equipment and performing preventive maintenance.
• Proficiency in the safe operation and maintenance of hand and power tools.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work in outdoor environments and adverse weather conditions.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a maintenance crew.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to respond to emergency situations outside normal working hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Required Education & Credentials:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Equivalent experience or training may be considered.

Required Work Authorization:

• U.S. Citizenship.

Required Licenses, Certifications & Screening:

• Commercial Driver's License (CDL) preferred but not required.
• Ability to successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening.
• Ability to successfully pass a background check.
• Completion of all required VDOT and industry training.
• Successful completion of a 90-day probationary period.