Equipment Operator & Highway Maintenance Tech

West Virginia; Springfield (WV); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The West Virginia Division of Highways seeks a Transportation Worker 2 to perform skilled work in highway construction and maintenance, covering Auto Body, Bridge Maintenance, Building and Trade, Equipment Operator, Mechanic, or Traffic Control. CDL is required in several areas, and candidates enter a DOL apprenticeship program with progression tied to hours and training.

Positions may require CDL within six months and travel; the role includes operating a range of heavy equipment and performing

Qualifications

• No formal education required for the position; general construction and maintenance skills are covered by apprenticeship.
• Auto Body Repair requires 2 years of full-time or equivalent experience; vocational school can substitute.
• Bridge Maintenance requires 2 years of relevant experience; vocational school can substitute.
• Building & Trade requires 2 years of relevant experience; vocational school can substitute.
• Equipment Operator requires a valid class A or B CDL; substitutions not allowed for CDL.
• Mechanic requires 2 years of automotive/mechanic experience; vocational school can substitute.
• Traffic Control requires 2 years in roadway maintenance or related fields; vocational program substitutes may apply.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Inspect 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.
• Travel may be required; valid driver's license is required.

Skills

Auto Body Repair

Bridge Maintenance

Building & Trade

Equipment Operator

Mechanic

Traffic Control

Education

No formal education required

Job description

The West Virginia Division of Highways seeks a Transportation Worker 2 to perform skilled work in highway construction and maintenance, covering Auto Body, Bridge Maintenance, Building and Trade, Equipment Operator, Mechanic, or Traffic Control. CDL is required in several areas, and candidates enter a DOL apprenticeship program with progression tied to hours and training.

Positions may require CDL within six months and travel; the role includes operating a range of heavy equipment and performing