PennDOT CDL Operator; Transportation Equipment Operator

The Position

Joining the Department of Transportation as a PennDOT CDL Operator means stepping into a role where your abilities make a visible impact! You will be part of a team that keeps roads open, safe, and ready for daily use. The tasks are practical and rewarding, offering chances to learn new skills along the way. This is a dependable career path with real purpose behind every task.

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This position focuses on the skilled operation of highway construction and maintenance equipment while supporting a variety of hands on tasks that keep roadways in good working order. As a PennDOT CDL Operator, you will perform the following duties:

• Equipment Operation: Operate trucks, loaders, and other assigned equipment in support of highway or bridge maintenance
• License Compliance: Maintain required CDL credentials and complete daily equipment checks according to department and legal standards
• Traffic Control: Perform flagger duties to support safe traffic movement when equipment operation is not required
• Manual Labor Tasks: Carry out physical tasks using motorized and non-motorized tools to clean, repair, and maintain roadway areas
• Equipment Care: Perform minor repairs, adjustments, and preventive maintenance while keeping accurate equipment records
• Safety Awareness: Follow safety procedures, report hazards and incidents, and contribute to a safe working environment for all

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Travel, overtime, and shift work required. Work hours subject to change based on seasonal requirements and operational needs.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $45,888.00 (before taxes).
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

Qualifications

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Successful completion of the Transportation Equipment Operator Trainee Program (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Graduation from a Commercial Driver's License Training School; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Special Requirements:

• All permanent employees must obtain an active certification issued by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation in the operation of heavy trucks and loaders, and two additional pieces of construction equipment, within the probationary period.
• All positions require possession of an active Pennsylvania Class A or B Commercial Driver's License or equivalent with the Air Brake Restriction (L) removed. This position also requires that the E restriction is removed.
• All positions require possession of an active Medical Examiner's Certificate in accordance with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Regulations.
• All employees must obtain an active Tank Vehicle Endorsement (N) during the probationary period and continuously maintain it while employed in this job.
• This position requires employees to demonstrate successful operation of equipment with a manual transmission.

Additional Requirements:

• This position is subject to Drug and Alcohol testing in accordance with Federal Regulations.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
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