ROADeo Archives

May 13

ALDOT operators put skills to the test at 2026 State ROADeo

A group of ALDOT employees stand in front of a wall

The Alabama Department of Transportation’s annual State ROADeo took place Wednesday, May 13, in Montgomery, bringing together the Department’s top heavy equipment operators from across the state.

Competitors earned their place at the state event after winning their respective area ROADeo competitions. Once in Montgomery, operators faced a series of precision-based challenges designed to test…

Apr 24

ALDOT holds ROADeo for Tuscaloosa, Fayette Areas

ALDOT Equipment ROADeo in Fayette. A tractor goes through cones.

The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) held its annual equipment ROADeo for the Tuscaloosa Area and Fayette Area on Thursday, April 23.

The ROADeo encourages safety and precision while helping operators sharpen their skills across a variety of equipment challenges. Competitors tested their abilities on machines such as single- and tandem-axle dump trucks, tractor mowers,…

May 14

ALDOT operators shine in state ROADeo, advance to regionals

The 14 ALDOT employees who placed first or second in the state ROADeo competition held in Montgomery.

The annual Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) state ROADeo was held on Wednesday, May 14 in Montgomery.

This competition puts ALDOT’s most skilled equipment operators to the test. Each operator won their area event to earn the opportunity to compete at the state ROADeo in Montgomery.

These operators competed in various categories, showcasing their expertise…

May 13

Southeast Region ROADeo winners advance to state competition

Yellow sign that reads ALDOT Equipment ROADEO with orange and white construction barrels on each side.

Each year, skilled heavy equipment operators from the Alabama Department of Transportation come together to showcase their expertise in the annual ROADeo competition.

This event highlights precision, control, and mastery across a range of machinery, including the Single-Axle Dump Truck, Tandem-Axle Dump Truck, Backhoe, Motor Grader, Skid Steer, Lowboy, and Tractor.

Competitors face…

Apr 25

Skilled operators show off and stay safe at ALDOT’s ROADeo qualifier

ALDOT Mobile Area Roadeo contestants and staff.

In a week dedicated to safety, the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) Southwest Region brought the heat—and the heavy machinery.

During National Work Zone Awareness Week, ALDOT hosted its annual Mobile Area Equipment Operators ROADeo state qualifier in Bay Minette. The event wasn’t just about horsepower and hydraulics—it was a celebration of skill, teamwork and…

May 21

ALDOT statewide ROADeo winners advance to the Southeastern Regional Equipment ROADeo competition

Man driving a tractor through an obstacle course made of cones

The annual Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) state ROADeo was held May 15 in Montgomery. This competition puts ALDOT’s most skilled equipment operators to the test. These operators competed in various categories, showcasing their expertise in maneuvering large vehicles and equipment through challenging courses and demonstrating their ability to operate efficiently, precisely, and safely. ROADeo…

Apr 19

ROADeo Promotes Skill and Safety

Drone view from above of the Roadeo Competition.

In a display of skill, camaraderie, and commitment to safety, the Alabama Department of Transportation Southwest Region hosted its annual Mobile Area Equipment Operators ROADeo state competition qualifier during National Work Zone Awareness Week, April 15 – 19, 2024. The ROADeo brought together transportation maintenance workers who handle heavy equipment to compete in a series…