PennDOT CDL Operator; Transportation Equipment Operator - Paint Crew

The PennDOT CDL Operator position in District 9 offers an exciting chance to support roadway safety. You will work with specialized equipment that keeps pavement markings clear and reliable for motorists. This role provides hands‑on experience and opportunities to learn valuable operator skills. Join a team that helps keep Pennsylvania's roads safe and well maintained.

• Equipment Preparation:
  Ready painting equipment each day by loading supplies, checking calibration, and ensuring proper fuel levels.
• Painting Operations:
  Operate and monitor painting equipment to apply correct line widths, colors, bead distribution, and placement.
• Heavy Equipment:
  Operate assigned machinery such as loaders, plows, mowers, rollers, or similar equipment as certified.
• Manual Tasks:
  Use hand and power tools for roadwork, grounds tasks, and general maintenance activities.
• Safety Compliance:
  Follow safety procedures, use protective equipment, and report hazards or incidents immediately.

• Full‑time employment.
• Work hours are 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday – Friday, with a 30‑minute lunch.
• This position requires overtime.
• Hours will vary in winter; paint crew summer work is by union agreement.
• April–December:
  Assigned to District 9 Paint Crew based at the Hollidaysburg Shed in Blair County.
• December–March:
  Assigned to a District 9 winter stockpile in Bedford, Blair, Cambria, Fulton, Huntingdon, or Somerset County if residence is within a District 9 County.
• Telework:
  You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary:
  In some cases, the starting salary may be non‑negotiable.

• Successful completion of the Transportation Equipment Operator Trainee Program (or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration).
• Graduation from a Commercial Driver’s License Training School (or equivalent).
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Possession of a valid Pennsylvania Class A or Class B Commercial Driver's License with the Air Brake Restriction (L) removed and the Manual Transmission (E) Restriction removed.
• Valid Medical Examiner's Certificate in accordance with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.
• 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.
• Active Tank Vehicle Endorsement (N) and Hazardous Materials (H) Endorsement during the probationary period and continuously maintained while employed.
• Certain employees may require additional certifications issued by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation on assigned pieces of equipment.
• Demonstrate successful operation of equipment with a manual transmission.
• Willing and able to work unannounced overtime.
• Willing and able to repair industrial‑type equipment (pumps, paint and bead guns, other painting related equipment).
• Must be able to perform essential job functions.

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.