Equipment Operator: Heavy Highway & Drilling Lead

West Virginia; Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

West Virginia Department of Transportation is seeking a skilled Equipment Operator to perform full-performance level work in highway construction and maintenance. The role involves operating heavy equipment, performing major and minor repairs, and maintaining machinery under general supervision.

Qualified candidates will have a Class A or B CDL, willing to work irregular hours, and the potential to train others within the apprenticeship program. Tier 1 hourly rate is $23.5738.

Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy highway maintenance equipment and performing repairs on highways/bridges.
• Proven ability to read blueprints and manuals.

Responsibilities

• Operate skid steer, utility tractor, aerial bucket truck, front-end loader, tandem-axle truck, and snowplow.
• Perform repairs to highways, culverts, and bridge structures; maintain equipment.
• Flag and secure sites, erect traffic signs and barricades on projects.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Blueprint reading

Safety practices

Team training

Problem diagnosis

Manual reading

Education

No formal education required

Tools

CDL Class A/B

Crane operation

Equipment maintenance

Drilling rig support

Job description

West Virginia Department of Transportation is seeking a skilled Equipment Operator to perform full-performance level work in highway construction and maintenance. The role involves operating heavy equipment, performing major and minor repairs, and maintaining machinery under general supervision.

Qualified candidates will have a Class A or B CDL, willing to work irregular hours, and the potential to train others within the apprenticeship program. Tier 1 hourly rate is $23.5738.