Transportation Worker 2 Equipment Operator - Wood County

  • West Virginia Department of Transportation (WV)
  • Parkersburg, West Virginia
  • Full Time
Transportation Worker 2 Equipment Operator - Wood County

This listing closes on 8/20/2025 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time (US & Canada).

Employer

West Virginia Department of Transportation (WV)

Salary

$1,402.50 - $1,728.10 Biweekly

Location

Parkersburg, WV

Job Type

Full-Time Permanent

Job Number

DOT26D3010A

Division

West Virginia Department of Transportation

District/Subdivision

District 3

Opening Date

08/14/2025

Closing Date

8/20/2025 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time (US & Canada)

DESCRIPTION

BENEFITS

Nature of Work

The Transportation Worker 2 Equipment Operator may report to work at the Wood County Headquarters, the Corridor D, Section 0 Headquarters, or the I-77 Section 1 Headquarters. 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. 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 Driver's License (CDL).

In the area of assignment of Equipment Operator, a valid class A or class B Commercial Driver's License is required.

Pay Grade 11H

Hourly Rate: $17.5313

Typical Duties and Responsibilities

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 Driver's License is required.

Skills and Knowledge

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 Requirements

REQUIRED TRAINING/EDUCATION: No formal education required.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE: Equipment Operator: A valid class A or class B Commercial Driver's License is required.

No Substitutions for Equipment Operator CDL requirement.

Employer

West Virginia Department of Transportation (WV)

Division

West Virginia Department of Transportation

Address

1900 Kanawha Blvd, East

Building 5, Room A-450

Charleston, West Virginia, 25305

Phone

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Job ID: 489536316
Originally Posted on: 8/15/2025

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