Title: Bridge Tunnel Operator

State Role Title: Transportation Operator II

Hiring Range: $37,389 - $60,757

Pay Band: 2

Agency: VA Dept of Transportation

Location: Hampton Roads Bridge Tunnel

Agency Website: www.virginiadot.org/jobs

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

Seeking to fill an Operator, Bridge Tunnel for the 24/7 tunnel operations which includes the Hampton Roads Bridge Tunnel (HRBT) and Monitor Merrimac Memorial Bridge Tunnel (MMMBT). In this role, you will perform a variety of tasks related to directing and controlling traffic in a tunnel or bridge facility to include safety and security measures and maximize safety of public roads through proper traffic control in routine and emergency operations.

This position is designated as essential and is required during emergency situations which may include but are not limited to inclement weather, disaster response and emergency operations. VDOT will determine when essential positions are required. In addition, the successful candidates will be required to be available to work shift schedules to include: flexible hours, days, nights, weekends, and/or holidays.

Core Responsibilities include:
• Monitor and Inspect Vehicles – Monitor and inspect vehicles entering facilities. Prevent unauthorized pedestrians and vehicles from entering facilities.
• Direct Traffic and Vehicles – Direct and control traffic throughout the facility. Observe and report all unusual occurrences.
• Emergency Operations and Safety – Assist state and local police, fire and rescue units and maintenance personnel in emergencies and routine operations. Use safety equipment, techniques and skills such as CPR, first aid, etc. Check ID cards, issue visitor passes at checkpoints and remain alert and observant to provide security to the facility. Report all suspicious activities or events to Control Room.
• Patrol and Inspect Facility – Perform inspections of assigned work areas to include buildings, facilities, equipment, etc. Perform daily housekeeping duties to provide a safe, clean work environment Maintain a professional demeanor and uniform appearance. Maintain high visibility during peak traffic. Maintain daily log, reporting and documenting all incidents and discrepancies.

Minimum Qualifications

• Have a working knowledge of work zone traffic control standards and techniques, as well as methods to direct and control traffic.


• Have experience standing watch, patrolling facilities, conducting ground and security inspections to include multi-story industrial building and maintaining situational awareness at all times and responding accordingly.


• Communicate effectively and courteously with internal and external customers.


• Possess excellent reading and writing skills and demonstrate ability to prepare clear, accurate concise reports, inspections, and documentation.


• Can demonstrate the ability to follow oral and written instructions


• Can demonstrate the ability and willingness to perform manual labor tasks (i.e. ability to flag in high volume traffic, prolonged standing in adverse weather conditions, standing, stooping, pushing, pulling, lifting up to 50lbs).


• Are proficient in the use of computers and software (i.e. Windows based application, Microsoft Office).


• Can demonstrate the ability to multi-task successfully and work safely in a fast paced environment.


• Are able to wear safety shoes.


• Possess a valid driver’s license.

Additional Considerations

• Experience in the following areas: security work, police, emergency. Experience working with public highly desirable.
• Experience working in or around heavy traffic.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Fingerprint-based background checks, references, work history, and DMV records will be verified prior to employment. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States. H1B VISA Sponsorship is not available. VDOT utilizes a market-based pay program, which has been approved by DHRM. Therefore, advertised rates of pay may or may not align with the Commonwealth pay bands.

Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment. The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided; therefore, those who fully represent their qualifications and work history will be more successful with obtaining an interview.

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. 

Contact Information

Name: Tina Kittrell

Phone: 757-956-3288

Email: [email protected]

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.