CDL Equipment Operator - Roads & Snow Response

West Virginia; St. Marys (WV); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

West Virginia Department of Transportation is seeking a Transportation Worker 2 Equipment Operator to support road maintenance across state routes. The role involves operating dump trucks with plows and salt spreaders, and performing outdoor tasks in all weather.

Eligible candidates will enter a DOL apprenticeship; progression depends on hours, proficiency, and training completion, with CDL Class A or B required. The State offers a pathway into heavy equipment operations.

Qualifications

• CDL Class A or Class B is required.
• No substitutions for the CDL requirement.
• Apprenticeship through the WVDOT program.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Operate dump trucks with plows and salt spreaders.
• Shovel asphalt, gravel, dirt, and salt for road maintenance.
• Hand-dig, clear, and reset culverts and drainage ditches.
• Operate weed eaters, trimmers, and brush-cutters.
• Remove road hazards and clear obstructions using chainsaws and hand tools.
• Operate loaders and rollers for road repair.
• Perform flagging duties to direct traffic in work zones.

Skills

CDL

Outdoor work

Education

No formal education required

Tools

Equipment operation

Job description

West Virginia Department of Transportation is seeking a Transportation Worker 2 Equipment Operator to support road maintenance across state routes. The role involves operating dump trucks with plows and salt spreaders, and performing outdoor tasks in all weather.

Eligible candidates will enter a DOL apprenticeship; progression depends on hours, proficiency, and training completion, with CDL Class A or B required. The State offers a pathway into heavy equipment operations.