PennDOT CDL Operator Trainee (Transportation Equipment Operator Trainee)
About the role
As a PennDOT CDL Operator Trainee with the Department of Transportation, you will begin a career that contributes to safe and dependable travel across Montour County. This position offers hands-on experience that builds your confidence as you learn to operate important roadway equipment. You will train with skilled professionals who help you understand daily maintenance work and safe job practices. This is a solid pathway toward a secure future with an agency committed to public service. Check out this video for more information!
Responsibilities
- Equipment Training: Train to operate heavy trucks, loaders, and other equipment used for roadway and bridge maintenance
- Safety Awareness: Follow safety practices, observe work areas, and report all injuries, hazards, and near misses
- Tool Usage: Use motorized and non motorized tools to complete tasks such as cutting brush, clearing culverts, and patching roadways
- Field Checks: Perform and document pre and post operation checks and make basic adjustments to support safe equipment use
- Environmental Care: Carry out environmental protection requirements connected to maintenance activities
- Worksite Support: Assist coworkers and mechanics with repairs, adjustments, and safe work procedures
Qualifications
- Possession of an active Pennsylvania non‑commercial Class C Driver's License or equivalent.
- Possession of an active Pennsylvania Class A or B Commercial Driver Learner's Permit with the Air Brake Restriction (L) removed on the first day of work.
- Possession of an active Medical Examiner’s Certificate in accordance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Regulations by the first day of work.
- Demonstrate successful operation of equipment with a manual transmission within the probationary period.
- Subject to Drug and Alcohol testing in accordance with Federal Regulations.
- Ability to perform essential job functions.
- Conditional offer requires submission of criminal history reports.
- Conditional offer requires a drug screening.
Pay
Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $42,347 (before taxes).
Schedule
Full-time employment; work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday – Friday, with a 30‑minute lunch. Overtime, travel, and shift work may be required. Dual shifts in effect November through March. Telework: you will not have the option to telework in this position.