PennDOT CDL Operator (Transportation Equipment Operator A)
About the role
Become a PennDOT CDL Operator with the Department of Transportation and help protect the quality of travel throughout the Commonwealth! This position allows you to work with equipment that keeps travel safe and dependable. You will be part of a team that values hard work and steady progress. Join a workplace where your skills support the safety and movement of the public every day!
Description of Work
- Equipment Operation: Operate trucks, loaders, and other equipment used in highway and bridge maintenance
- CDL Compliance: Maintain a valid CDL without an air brake restriction and complete required equipment certifications
- Traffic Control: Perform flagging duties to support safe traffic flow when equipment is not in use
- Manual Labor Tasks: Use both motorized and non-motorized tools to complete tasks such as cutting brush, cleaning culverts, and repairing barriers
- Equipment Care: Carry out field adjustments, minor repairs, cleaning, and documentation to keep equipment in proper working order
- Safety and Reporting: Follow safety procedures, report hazards, and support environmental protection requirements during maintenance work
Work Schedule and Additional Information
- Full-time employment
- Work hours are 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch
- Travel, overtime, and shift work may be required. Work hours subject to change based on seasonal requirements and operational needs.
- No telework option 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).
Required Experience, Training & Eligibility
- 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.
- 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.
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. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.