Transportation Worker 3 Equipment Operator - Ohio County

Nature of Work

The Transportation Worker 3 Equipment Operator will report to the Disforce/Heavy Maintenance Organization located in Ohio County. Will travel throughout District Six performing a variety of skilled work at the journeyman level in the construction and maintenance of highways. During paving season, employee will perform all aspects of paving operation. During non-paving periods, employee will be responsible for tree canopy cutting, ditching, culvert installation, slip repair, snow an ice removal, and all other duties as required. Employee, with appropriate certification, will operate a variety of heavy motorized highway maintenance equipment including, but not limited to: asphalt paver (and screed), semi-truck and fifth wheel trailer, tandem or single axle dump trucks and trailers, snow plow and spreaders, roller, tar distributor, bucket truck, motor grader, backhoe, bulldozer, rubber-tire excavator, track excavator and/or boom mower. Employee will also operate any medium-sized equipment or hand tools incidental to the assigned task. Employee will perform related work as required. Will assist in the maintenance of vehicles, equipment and headquarters by cleaning and making minor mechanic repairs. May be exposed to hazardous working conditions, inclement weather, and/or extended hours. Travel is required. A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is also required; preference may be given to applicants possessing a Class A Commercial Driver's License. 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 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.
• Pay Grade 12H
  Tier 1 hourly rate: $22.7113
  • Not eligible for Tier 4.

Typical Duties and Responsibilities

• 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 of assignment.
• 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.

Minimum Requirements

REQUIRED TRAINING/EDUCATION: No formal education required.
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.
Experience 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.