Transportation Worker 3 Equipment Operator - Wetzel Co.

State-of-West-Virgini; West Virginia; On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

State-of-West-Virgini in Wetzel County is seeking an Equipment Operator 3 to lead and mentor other operators, operate heavy machinery, and support drilling and maintenance tasks. The role requires a Class A/B CDL and five or more years of experience in heavy equipment operations.

The position offers an apprenticeship pathway under the U.S. Department of Labor and may involve long or irregular hours, lifting up to 75 pounds, and driving a CDL-compliant vehicle as needed.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A or B CDL required.
• Four years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience operating heavy equipment.
• Substitutions: vocational training may substitute for two years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate hydraulic crane and heavy equipment to excavate, grade, and compact materials.
• Lead or train lower-level equipment operators.
• Assist drilling operations and maintenance of drilling rig and related tools.
• Maintain safety, records, gauges, and meters during daily activities.

Skills

CDL tips

Heavy equipment operation

Safety practices

Blueprint reading

Manual and instrument reading

Record-keeping

Team leadership

Maintenance basics

Education

No formal education required

Tools

Crane operation

Job description

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

The Transportation Worker 3 Equipment Operator will report to the Wetzel County Maintenance Headquarters in Wetzel County. The selected applicant will serve as a lead worker mentoring lower-level equipment operators. Applicant must possess knowledge of general roadway construction and maintenance practices while having the ability to operate and maintain highway equipment and attachments. Must possess the ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. This work may involve operating machinery by hand that involves a great degree of strenuous activity. Operating heavy machinery in extreme conditions may be included in this level. Position could be required to lift up to 75 pounds or more. Performs other 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 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: $23.5738
• Not eligible for Tier 4.

• Operates a hydraulic crane.
• Utilizes heavy motorized equipment to excavate, backfill, grade, or level soil and aggregate.
• Utilizes heavy motorized equipment to grade surfaces, roll or compact soil and aggregate.
• Leads or trains lower-level equipment operators.
• Assists the Core Driller in positioning the drilling rig.
• Adds rods or augers to drill.
• Removes core samples from the core barrel.
• Assists in cleaning and maintenance of the drilling rig and related tools and equipment.
• Installs steel piling in pre-drilled holes.
• Cleans the drilling site of debris after drilling is completed.
• Sets and detonates explosive charges for earth removal.
• 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 License(CDL) is required.

Skills and Knowledge

• Knowledge of safety practices used in structural steel construction.
• Knowledge of the procedures, techniques, 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 basic blueprint reading.
• Knowledge of general construction and maintenance practices.
• Knowledge of the methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in the maintenance, repair, and overhaul of gasoline and diesel-powered engines and their components.
• Knowledge of the operation of motor-driven equipment.
• Ability to diagnose mechanical problems and determine appropriate procedures for repairs.
• Ability to safely operate basic hand and power tools.
• Ability to read operation manuals, blueprints, and specifications in the area of assignment.
• Ability to operate motorized equipment in the area of assignment.
• Ability to perform skilled trades work in bridge construction and maintenance.
• Ability to operate and maintain highway equipment and attachments.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to maintain accurate records of daily maintenance activities and of gauges and meters used in heating, ventilation, and cooling systems.
• Ability to climb high steel structures.
• 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

• Valid Class A or B CDL and four (4) years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience operating heavy equipment such as bulldozers, end loaders, dump trucks, drillers, etc.
• Substitutions: Successful completion of an approved vocational school program may be substituted for two (2) years of the required experience in the specified area of assignment.

• Candidate Contact Name: Sherry D Wade
• Phone Number: 304-221-2089
• Email Address: [e-mail]