Transportation Worker 2 Equipment Operator - Pocahontas Co.

West Virginia; West Virginia; On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

West Virginia Transportation Department seeks a Transportation Worker 2 Equipment Operator for Pocahontas County Headquarters. The role performs skilled work in construction and maintenance of highways, bridges, and related structures, operating skid steer, bucket truck, loader, and heavy trucks. A Commercial Driver's License (Class A or B) is required.

The selected applicant will join a U.S. Department of Labor apprenticeship program with progression based on hours, proficiency, and training;

Qualifications

• CDL is required for the Equipment Operator role.
• Apprenticeship program through U.S. Department of Labor will apply.
• Progression depends on hours, proficiency, and training.

Responsibilities

• Drive dump, flatbed, or tandem-axle trucks.
• Operate highway maintenance equipment and attachments.
• Repair and construct culverts and patch cement and bridge decks.
• Install and remove signposts; erect traffic signs and barricades.
• Perform minor mechanical repairs and perform cleaning and lubrication.

Skills

CDL

Equipment operation

Highway maintenance

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 Pocahontas County Headquarters. This position performs full-performance level skilled work in the construction and maintenance of highways, bridges, and related buildings and structures. Position will be assigned in the following area of assignment: Equipment Operator. Operates motorized highway maintenance equipment such as skid steer, utility tractor, aerial bucket truck, front-end loader, tandem-axle truck, and snowplow. Makes major repairs to highways, culverts, bridge structures. Installs and removes signposts; erects traffic control signs and barricades on construction and maintenance projects. Builds forms and finishes concrete. Performs a variety of skilled and semi-skilled work at the full performance level in the mechanical or building trades in connection with the maintenance and repair of state facilities and buildings. Performs related work 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).

In the area of assignment of Equipment Operator, a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is required.

• 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.

Preference may be given to Candidates with these qualifications

TRAINING/EDUCATION

No formal education required.

EXPERIENCE

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