Heavy Equipment Operator – CDL & Paid Apprenticeship

State of West Virginia; Elkins (WV); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Vacation leave

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

State of West Virginia is seeking a Transportation Worker 2 - Equipment Operator in Randolph County for the Disforce-Heavy Maintenance Headquarters. You will operate heavy machinery and perform roadside maintenance on District 8 projects, including box culvert work and bridge repairs.

This apprenticeship-track role requires a Class A or B CDL, willingness to work day or night shifts, and readiness for seasonal snow operations. Benefits include health coverage, retirement plans, and paid holidays.

Qualifications

• Formal education is not required for this Equipment Operator role.
• A valid Class A or Class B CDL is required.
• Apprenticeship program provides paid, hands-on training and progression based on hours and proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Drive dump, flatbed, or tandem-axle trucks.
• Operate highway maintenance equipment and attachments.
• Perform patching, ditching, mowing, sign posts, and traffic control setup.

Skills

Heavy machinery operation

CDL Class A/B

Road maintenance

Safety procedures

Education

No formal education required

Tools

Skid steer

Front-end loader

Tandem-axle trucks

Aerial bucket trucks

Job description

State of West Virginia is seeking a Transportation Worker 2 - Equipment Operator in Randolph County for the Disforce-Heavy Maintenance Headquarters. You will operate heavy machinery and perform roadside maintenance on District 8 projects, including box culvert work and bridge repairs.

This apprenticeship-track role requires a Class A or B CDL, willingness to work day or night shifts, and readiness for seasonal snow operations. Benefits include health coverage, retirement plans, and paid holidays.