CDL Heavy Equipment Operator – Road & Bridge Maintenance

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Huntingdon (Huntingdon County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in Huntingdon County is seeking a PennDOT CDL Operator to operate trucks and equipment, perform maintenance, and support traffic control in roads and bridges. You'll gain hands-on experience while helping keep transportation systems safe for the traveling public.

The role requires PA CDL with air brake restriction removed, completion of related training or equivalent experience; full-time schedule 7am-3pm, Monday through Friday, with overtime possible.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of the Transportation Equipment Operator Trainee Program or graduation from a CDL training school.
• Equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Active PA Class A or B CDL with Air Brake Restriction removed.

Responsibilities

• Operate trucks, loaders, and other assigned construction and maintenance equipment.
• Perform and document required pre-operation and post-operation equipment checks.
• Perform flagging duties and support safe movement of traffic through work zones.
• Use hand tools and equipment to complete roadway, bridge, and grounds maintenance activities.
• Complete minor repairs, preventative maintenance, cleaning, and servicing of assigned equipment.
• Follow safety procedures, identify hazards, and report injuries, incidents, and equipment accidents.

Skills

Equipment operation

Vehicle inspections

Traffic control

Maintenance tasks

Safety practices

Education

Transportation Equipment Operator Trainee Program

CDL Training School

Equivalent experience and training

Job description

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in Huntingdon County is seeking a PennDOT CDL Operator to operate trucks and equipment, perform maintenance, and support traffic control in roads and bridges. You'll gain hands-on experience while helping keep transportation systems safe for the traveling public.

The role requires PA CDL with air brake restriction removed, completion of related training or equivalent experience; full-time schedule 7am-3pm, Monday through Friday, with overtime possible.