Entry-Level Equipment Operator — CDL Training Path

State of West Virginia; Parkersburg (WV); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Paid holidays

Vacation days 15–24 per year

Sick leave (18 days/year)

Job summary

The State of West Virginia invites applications for a Transportation Worker 1 – Equipment Operator. This entry-level position provides paid hands-on training toward a CDL and progression to a TW2 role within the apprenticeship program.

There is a strong emphasis on safety, team collaboration, and exposure to equipment operations while you develop essential road maintenance skills. Successful candidates will start in an apprenticeship trajectory with opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• No formal education required.
• This is the entry level classification in this series. No prior experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Traffic Control & Safety: Perform flagging duties to safely direct traffic through work zones and protect crew members and motorists.
• Roadside & Grounds Maintenance: Mow grass, weed-eat State right-of-way, and pick up trash/debris along roadways to keep public areas clean and safe.
• Manual Labor: Hand-shovel materials (i.e. asphalt, gravel, dirt) and dig culverts or drainage ditches using standard hand and power tools.
• Operator Assistance: Assist higher-level Equipment Operators with job site setup, tool maintenance, and ground support.

Job description

The State of West Virginia invites applications for a Transportation Worker 1 – Equipment Operator. This entry-level position provides paid hands-on training toward a CDL and progression to a TW2 role within the apprenticeship program.

There is a strong emphasis on safety, team collaboration, and exposure to equipment operations while you develop essential road maintenance skills. Successful candidates will start in an apprenticeship trajectory with opportunities for advancement.