PennDOT CDL Operator; Transportation Equipment Operator

Job Overview

The PennDOT CDL Operator position with the Department of Transportation offers a hands‑on role that helps keep roads safe and open. This job gives you the chance to operate important equipment while supporting the daily needs of Cumberland County. You will be part of a dependable team that values hard work and public service. Choose a role where your efforts make travel safer for everyone.

As a PennDOT CDL Operator, you will perform the following duties:

• Equipment Operation: Operate trucks, loaders and other assigned equipment safely and effectively
• License Compliance: Maintain required CDL and complete certifications for heavy trucks and construction equipment
• Traffic Control: Perform flagger duties when needed to support safe work zones
• Manual Labor: Use hand tools to complete tasks such as ditch digging, brush cutting and sign installation
• Equipment Care: Carry out inspections, minor repairs and preventative maintenance on equipment

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday‑Friday, with a 30‑minute lunch
• Hours may vary and overtime may be required during weather events
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non‑negotiable

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.

• 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.
• All positions require possession of an active Medical Examiner’s Certificate in accordance with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Regulations.
• 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 employees must obtain an active Tank Vehicle Endorsement (N) during the probationary period and continuously maintain it while employed in this job.

• This position is subject to Drug and Alcohol testing in accordance with Federal Regulations.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.
• If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). and click on Veterans.

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law.

All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.