Transportation Worker 2 Equipment Operator - Braxton Co.

West Virginia; West Virginia; On-site; USD 38,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

West Virginia Department of Transportation (WVDOT) Braxton County Headquarters seeks an Equipment Operator 2 to perform skilled highway maintenance work, operate a range of heavy machinery, and repair culverts and bridges. The role involves field repairs, equipment maintenance, and traffic control duties under supervision.

Position may require irregular hours, shifts, weekends, and over 40 hours weekly; CDL class A or B is required.

Qualifications

• CDL class A or B required; no substitutions.
• Experience with highway maintenance equipment.
• Ability to operate heavy vehicles (GVWR 26,001+).
• Willing to work irregular hours including weekends.
• Knowledge of safety standards and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate skid steer, bucket truck, front-end loader, and other highway maintenance equipment.
• Perform highway repairs on culverts and bridges.
• Conduct minor in-field mechanical repairs and equipment maintenance.
• Flag and set traffic control signs and barricades.
• Travel may be required; valid driver’s license required.

Skills

Equipment operation

Safety procedures

Maintenance skills

Reading manuals

Record keeping

Teamwork

Instruction following

Education

No formal education required

Job description

**Disclaimer-this position will be considered classified-exempt and “at will.”**

The Transportation Worker 2 Equipment Operator will report to the Braxton County Headquarters. This position, under general supervision, performs full-performance level skilled work in the construction and maintenance of highways. Duties include: operating motorized highway maintenance equipment such as skid steer, utility tractor, aerial bucket truck, front-end loader, tandem-axle truck, and snowplow. Making major repairs to highways, culverts, and bridge structures. Making minor mechanical repairs in the field such as changing tires, blades, or filters. Responsible for equipment maintenance including but not limited to cleaning and lubricating equipment and checking fluid levels. Flagging, erecting traffic control signs and barricades on construction and maintenance projects, shoveling materials, cleaning culverts, mowing and brush cutting. May be exposed to hazardous working conditions and inclement weather. Performs other related duties as required.

• The selected applicant will be placed in a U.S. Department of Labor apprenticeship program. Progression through the apprenticeship program is dependent upon hours completed, proficiency in work, training completed, as well as maintaining and/or obtaining a class A or B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)
• The WVDOT is responsible for the planning, construction, maintenance, and regulation of over 35,000 miles of state roads. This duty may necessitate employees working irregular hours, shifts, weekends, and more than 40 hours per week, occasionally without prior notice.
• In the area of assignment of Equipment Operator, a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is required.
• Tier 1 hourly rate: $18.3938

• 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.
• Clean 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.
• Some positions in the Transportation Worker classifications may require certification(s) in the area of assignment after employment.
• Travel may be required; therefore, a valid driver's license is required.
• In the area of assignment of Equipment Operator, a valid class A or class B Commercial Driver’s License is required.

Skills and Knowledge

• Knowledge of the procedures, techniques, and equipment used in the area of assignment.
• Knowledge of the methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in the area of assignment.
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and applicable safety standards and procedures in the area of assignment.
• Knowledge of maintenance and repair methods practiced in the building maintenance trades.
• Ability to repair and maintain tools and equipment used.
• Ability to read operating manuals and specifications in the area of assignment.
• Ability to safely operate basic hand and power tools.
• Ability to climb high steel structures.
• Ability to operate and maintain highway equipment and attachments.
• Ability to diagnose less complex mechanical problems and follow appropriate procedures for repair.
• Ability to maintain routine records (timecards, work repair orders).
• Ability to use hand tools and operate motorized equipment in the area of assignment.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to train and work cooperatively with other skilled and semi-skilled workers.

**Preference may be given to Candidates with these qualifications**

TRAINING/EDUCATION:

• No formal education required.

EXPERIENCE:

• A valid class A or class B Commercial Driver’s License is required. No Substitutions for Equipment Operator CDL requirement.

Contact

• Candidate Contact Name: Cathy Weaver

• Phone Number: [phone]

• Email Address: [e-mail]