Transportation Worker 2 Equipment Operator - Various Counties
- West Virginia Department of Transportation (WV)
- Morgantown, West Virginia
- Full Time
The Transportation Worker 2 Equipment Operator, under general supervision, performs full-performance level skilled work in the construction and maintenance of highways. Duties include: operating motorized highway maintenance equipment such as skid steer, utility tractor, aerial bucket truck, front-end loader, tandem-axle truck, and snowplow. Making major repairs to highways, culverts, and bridge structures. Making minor mechanical repairs in the field such as changing tires, blades, or filters. Responsible for equipment maintenance including but not limited to cleaning and lubricating equipment and checking fluid levels. Flagging, erecting traffic control signs and barricades on construction and maintenance projects, shoveling materials, cleaning culverts, mowing, and brush cutting. May be exposed to hazardous working conditions and inclement weather. Positions could be assigned to Harrison, Marion, Monongalia, or Taylor counties, or for the interstate organizations at Goshen Road or Coopers Rock. Performing other related duties as required.
The selected applicant will be placed in a U.S. Department of Labor apprenticeship program. Progression through the apprenticeship program is dependent upon hours completed, proficiency in work, training completed, as well as maintaining and/or obtaining a class A or B Commercial Drivers License (CDL).
- In the area of assignment of Equipment Operator, a valid class A or class B Commercial Drivers License is required.
This position is posted for the District 4 Hiring Event to be held on Wednesday, 08/06/2025 from 8am - 4:00pm at:
District Four Headquarters
2460 Murphys Run Road
Bridgeport, WV 26330
*INTERESTED CANDIDATES NEED TO APPLY AND THEN ATTEND THE HIRING EVENT TO BE INTERVIEWED ON SITE.
When attending the hiring event, please bring the following:
- Username and password for your application account
- Cell phone / access to a cell phone
- An active current email is required (have the email login information)
- We encourage candidates to bring a resume and/or previous work experience
- A valid ID/driver's license
Pay Grade 11H
Hourly Rate: $17.5313
Transportation Worker 2 Equipment Operator
- Drive dump, flatbed, or tandem-axle trucks.
- Operate power vegetation equipment and attachments.
- Operate highway maintenance equipment and attachments.
- Operate heavy vehicles/GVWR 26,001 or greater.
- Clean and lubricate equipment and check fluid levels.
- Makes minor mechanical repairs in the field such as changing tires, blades, or filters.
- Repair and construct various culvert types.
- Patch cement, pavement and bridge decks.
- Seal joints and cracks in paved surfaces.
- Clean equipment and workshop.
- Transport fuel to equipment.
- Some positions in the Transportation Worker classifications may require certification(s) in the area of assignment after employment.
- Travel may be required; therefore, a valid driver's license is required.
- In the area of assignment of Equipment Operator, a valid class A or class B Commercial Drivers License is required.
Knowledge of the procedures, techniques, and equipment used in the area of assignment.
Knowledge of the methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in the area of assignment.
Knowledge of the occupational hazards and applicable safety standards and procedures in the area of assignment.
Knowledge of maintenance and repair methods practiced in the building maintenance trades.
Ability to repair and maintain tools and equipment used.
Ability to read operating manuals and specifications in the area of assignment.
Ability to safely operate basic hand and power tools.
Ability to climb high steel structures.
Ability to operate and maintain highway equipment and attachments.
Ability to diagnose less complex mechanical problems and follow appropriate procedures for repair.
Ability to maintain routine records (timecards, work repair orders).
Ability to use hand tools and operate motorized equipment in the area of assignment.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to train and work cooperatively with other skilled and semi-skilled workers.
Minimum RequirementsREQUIRED TRAINING/EDUCATION : No formal education required.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE : Equipment Operator : A valid class A or class B Commercial Drivers License is required.
No Substitutions for Equipment Operator CDL requirement.