Transportation Worker 2 Equipment Operator - Randolph Co.

West Virginia; Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 52,706,000 - 66,125,000; Full time

Job summary

The West Virginia Department of Transportation (WVDOT) seeks a Transportation Worker 2 - Equipment Operator for the Disforce-Heavy Maintenance Headquarters in Randolph County. You will operate heavy machinery on district projects, support road maintenance, and participate in a structured apprenticeship that pays as you learn, with progression based on hours, proficiency, and training.

Preferred candidates will hold a valid Class A or B CDL and be willing to work day or night shifts, weekends,

Qualifications

• No formal education required.
• Valid Class A or Class B CDL required.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting 75 pounds or more.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy machinery and highway equipment on projects.
• Conduct roadside maintenance such as patching, ditching, mowing, and sign work.
• Repair and maintain equipment; perform minor field repairs.
• Assist in bridge and culvert work and traffic control setup.
• Be available for emergency call-outs and shift variations during snow/ice operations.

Skills

Heavy equipment

CDL license

Safety procedures

Road maintenance

Manual dexterity

Education

No formal education required

Tools

Skid steers

Aerial bucket trucks

Front-end loaders

Tandem-axle trucks

Snowplows

Job description

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

Are you ready to operate equipment, take pride in keeping local roads safe, and build a stable, long-term career? The Disforce - Heavy Maintenance Headquarters in Randolph County is seeking reliable team players to join us as Transportation Worker 2 - Equipment Operators. Take the fist step toward a hands-on regarding career in highway maintenance.

Earn While You Learn: Placed directly into a structured Apprenticeship Program, you will receive paid, hands-on training to sharpen your skills and advance in your career. Progression through the apprenticeship program offers path-to-higher -tier pay based on completed hours, job proficiency, specialized training, and proficiency in maintenance of roadways and equipment.

As a Transportation Worker 2 Equipment Operator for Disforce-Heavy Maintenance in Randolph County, you will perform work across District 8 including Randolph, Pendleton, Tucker and Pocahontas Counties. Serving on a specialized heavy maintenance crew, you will work on large-scale projects such as box culvert installations, slide repairs, or bridge substructure and superstructure repairs. Your daily duties include operating heavy machinery - such as skid steers, utility tractors, aerial bucket trucks, front -end loaders, tandem-axle trucks, and snowplows - as well as executing essential roadside maintenance like patching, ditching, mowing, installing and removing sign posts, and setting up traffic control barricades and flagging. This work requires high physical stamina, as it may involve operating hand-held machinery that demands a great degree of strenuous activity, working in extreme conditions and lifting 75 pounds or more. Candidates must also remain available for emergency call-ours and be willing to work day or night shifts during seasonal Snow and Ice Control (SRIC) operations.

• 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 valid Class A or Class B Commercial Driver’s License 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 ofassignment 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’sLicense 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 ofassignment.
• 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 isrequired.
• No Substitutions for the Equipment Operator CDL requirement.