Highway Equipment Operator - Apprentice CDL Path

State of West Virginia; Burlington (WV); On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of West Virginia’s Transportation division seeks a Transportation Worker 2 Equipment Operator to perform skilled highway construction and maintenance tasks. You will operate various heavy equipment and assist with repairs on highways, culverts, and bridges.

Applicants must enter a U.S. Department of Labor apprenticeship program and maintain a Class A or B CDL. The role may involve extended hours, shifts, weekends, and outdoor work in all weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Requires U.S. Department of Labor apprenticeship participation.
• Valid Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required.
• Applies to high-gear highway construction and maintenance work in variable conditions.

Responsibilities

• Operate highway maintenance equipment (skid steer, tractor, bucket truck, loader, truck, snowplow).
• Perform major and minor repairs on highways, culverts, and bridges.
• Maintain equipment and flag traffic, set signs, and support project safety.

Skills

Equipment operation

Safety conscious

Education

Apprenticeship program

Tools

CDL Class A/B

Job description

The State of West Virginia’s Transportation division seeks a Transportation Worker 2 Equipment Operator to perform skilled highway construction and maintenance tasks. You will operate various heavy equipment and assist with repairs on highways, culverts, and bridges.

Applicants must enter a U.S. Department of Labor apprenticeship program and maintain a Class A or B CDL. The role may involve extended hours, shifts, weekends, and outdoor work in all weather conditions.