Transportation Worker Equipment Operator - Lewis

Overview

Transportation Worker 2 Equipment Operator - Lewis County in Weston, WV

West Virginia Department of Transportation (WV)

Location

Weston, WV

Status:
Full-Time Permanent

Job Number: DOT
26D7068A

District/Subdivision:
District 7

Posting Date: 01/22/2026

Closing Date: 01/28/2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time (US & Canada)

• The Transportation Worker 2 Equipment Operator will report to the Lewis County Headquarters. Under general supervision, performs full-performance level skilled work in the construction and maintenance of highways.
• Operate motorized highway maintenance equipment such as skid steer, utility tractor, aerial bucket truck, front-end loader, tandem-axle truck, and snowplow.
• Make major repairs to highways, culverts, and bridge structures. Perform minor mechanical repairs in the field such as changing tires, blades, or filters.
• Be responsible for equipment maintenance including cleaning and lubricating equipment and checking fluid levels.
• Flag, erect traffic control signs and barricades on construction and maintenance projects; shovel materials, clean culverts, mow, and brush cut.
• 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).

• In the area of assignment of Equipment Operator, a valid class A or class B Commercial Driver’s License is required.

Pay Grade 11H

Hourly Rate: $17.5313

Transportation Worker 2 – Equipment Operator

• 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.
• 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.

• 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.

No formal education required.

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

Employer:

West Virginia Department of Transportation (WV)

Division:
West Virginia Department of Transportation

Address: 1900 Kanawha Blvd, East, Building 5, Room A-450, Charleston, West Virginia, 25305