West Virginia Department of Transportation (WV)
Transportation Worker 2 Equipment Operator - Webster County
West Virginia Department of Transportation (WV), Weston, West Virginia, United States, 26452
Job Details
Title: Transportation Worker 2 Equipment Operator – Webster County
Employer: West Virginia Department of Transportation (WV)
Location: Weston, WV
Job Type: Full‑Time Permanent
Salary: $1,402.50 – $1,728.10 Biweekly (Pay Grade 11H, Hourly Rate $17.53)
Job Number: DOT26D7060A
Division: West Virginia Department of Transportation
District/Subdivision: District 7
Opening Date: 01/07/2026
Closing Date: 1/13/2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Nature of Work The Transportation Worker 2 Equipment Operator will operate motorized highway maintenance equipment such as skid steers, utility tractors, aerial bucket trucks, front‑end loaders, tandem‑axle trucks, and snowplows. The role includes making major repairs to highways, culverts, and bridge structures; performing minor mechanical field repairs; maintaining equipment; flagging, erecting traffic control signs and barricades; and supporting construction and maintenance projects. Some positions may be part of a U.S. Department of Labor apprenticeship program, with progression dependent on hours completed, proficiency, training, and retention or acquisition of a class A or B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
Typical Duties and Responsibilities
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.
Make 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 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.
Minimum Requirements
REQUIRED TRAINING/EDUCATION:
No formal education required.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:
Equipment Operator: A valid class A or class B Commercial Driver’s License is required. No substitutions for the CDL requirement.
Benefits and Additional Information
Annual Increment Pay
Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Paid Sick Leave, Family Medical Leave, Leave Donation Program, Military Leave, Employee Education Reimbursement & Leave Program, Flexible Work Schedules, Training Opportunities, Promotion Opportunities
Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS) Tier 1 and Tier 2 contributions
Health Insurance Enrollment and additional coverage options including dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, disability insurance, and life insurance
Employee Discounts and Credit Union membership
EEO Statement West Virginia Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
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Employer: West Virginia Department of Transportation (WV)
Location: Weston, WV
Job Type: Full‑Time Permanent
Salary: $1,402.50 – $1,728.10 Biweekly (Pay Grade 11H, Hourly Rate $17.53)
Job Number: DOT26D7060A
Division: West Virginia Department of Transportation
District/Subdivision: District 7
Opening Date: 01/07/2026
Closing Date: 1/13/2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Nature of Work The Transportation Worker 2 Equipment Operator will operate motorized highway maintenance equipment such as skid steers, utility tractors, aerial bucket trucks, front‑end loaders, tandem‑axle trucks, and snowplows. The role includes making major repairs to highways, culverts, and bridge structures; performing minor mechanical field repairs; maintaining equipment; flagging, erecting traffic control signs and barricades; and supporting construction and maintenance projects. Some positions may be part of a U.S. Department of Labor apprenticeship program, with progression dependent on hours completed, proficiency, training, and retention or acquisition of a class A or B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
Typical Duties and Responsibilities
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.
Make 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 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.
Minimum Requirements
REQUIRED TRAINING/EDUCATION:
No formal education required.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:
Equipment Operator: A valid class A or class B Commercial Driver’s License is required. No substitutions for the CDL requirement.
Benefits and Additional Information
Annual Increment Pay
Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Paid Sick Leave, Family Medical Leave, Leave Donation Program, Military Leave, Employee Education Reimbursement & Leave Program, Flexible Work Schedules, Training Opportunities, Promotion Opportunities
Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS) Tier 1 and Tier 2 contributions
Health Insurance Enrollment and additional coverage options including dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, disability insurance, and life insurance
Employee Discounts and Credit Union membership
EEO Statement West Virginia Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
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