CDL Operator I

Prince George’s County; Forestville (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Prince George’s County Department of Public Works & Transportation (DPW&T) is seeking a CDL Operator I to operate light to medium equipment for road construction and storm drain maintenance in Forestville, MD. The role requires a valid CDL and DOT card, and the ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Incumbents must be physically capable of lifting up to 50 lbs, follow safety protocols, and perform semi-skilled maintenance tasks as part of a broader operations team.

Qualifications

• One year of experience operating light to medium motorized equipment.
• Valid Class A/B CDL with airbrake and tanker endorsements.
• DOT medical exam completed.
• Willingness to work outdoors in any weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Operates light to medium equipment listed in the duties, including dump trucks and other listed machinery.
• Maintains records and completes daily work logs and work orders.
• Participates in safety setup, traffic control, and utility locates; performs pre/post-trip inspections.
• Performs general labor tasks when not operating equipment.
• Assists with snow and ice control and other emergencies as needed.

Skills

Operate light to medium equipment

Computer usage

Instruction comprehension

Education

Grade school completion

Job description

Come join our team!

The Prince George's County Department of Public Works & Transportation (DPW&T) is currently seeking highly qualified applicants to fill a CDL Operator I (Equipment Operator 1A) grade A13 position in the Office of Storm Drain Maintenance.

About the Position

This is skilled craft work whereby incumbents of this class are responsible for the safe and efficient operation of light equipment and/or motor vehicles. This position is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of assigned light to medium construction equipment in connection with road construction and highway maintenance tasks. Incumbents are required to train and be proficient on all pieces of required equipment. This work involves exposure to hazards, risks, or discomforts typical of working with or around machinery with exposed moving parts, irritant chemicals, fumes or airborne particles. Work is performed outdoors in varying weather conditions with exposure to the elements requiring intermittent standing, walking, stooping, climbing. Incumbents must be physically able to repetitively lift and carry at least 50 lbs. regularly. Incumbents must wear and maintain uniform and/or safety equipment such as hard hats, steel-toed shoes, safety glasses, and gloves. Specific requirements will be determined and communicated by the incumbent's supervisor based on the position assigned. Work is performed under general supervision and staffed in the Office of Storm Drain Maintenance (OSDM). This position always requires a Commercial Driver’s License‑A/B (restricted or unrestricted) and DOT card. All incumbents must possess the required licensure to operate light to medium equipment/vehicles per DOT/FMCSA.

About The Agency

The Department of Public Works and Transportation (DPW&T) is responsible for nearly 2,000 miles of County-maintained roadways that range from rural to urban classifications. The transportation infrastructure includes 900 bridges, as well as shoulders, sidewalks, curbs/gutters, stormwater management facilities, driveway aprons and nearly 3,000 acres of grassy area – all of which are maintained by staff of the Department. DPW&T’s workforce keeps the County’s various services moving by performing a myriad of activities which include removing snow and ice from County-maintained roadways, upgrading traffic signals, installing streetlights, clearing fallen trees, unclogging drainage inlets and maintaining stormwater management facilities, as well as performing roadway repairs ranging from potholes and sidewalk trip hazards to bridge repairs and resurfacing projects and more.

Examples of duties

• Operates light equipment such as street sweeper, bucket truck, chipper, street flusher, belt loader, sandblaster, rubber tire roller, compressor truck, rubber tire loader, mist/straw blower, stump remover, dump truck (6 wheel), and 20-yard packer.
• Operates dump truck (single axle), crew cab dump truck (single axle), to transport personnel and materials to and from job sites, and assist in loading and unloading materials and equipment from vehicles.
• Operates air compressor, five (5) ton rollers, asphalt curb machine, tractor mower, flail mower in connection with construction or maintenance projects.
• Operates light equipment such as street sweeper, bucket truck, chipper, street flusher, belt loader, sandblaster, rubber tire roller, compressor truck, rubber tire loader, mist/straw blower, stump remover, dump truck (6 wheel), and 20-yard packer.
• Operates dump truck (single axle), crew cab dump truck (single axle), to transport personnel and materials to and from job sites and assist in loading and unloading materials and equipment from vehicles.
• Operates air compressor, five (5) ton rollers, asphalt curb machine, tractor mower, flail mower in connection with construction or maintenance projects.
• Participates in work‑site safety set‑up, e.g., setting barricades and cones, prepping for excavation, assisting with utility locates and prepping for confined space entry; using traffic control techniques to control high/low-speed vehicular traffic movement; maintaining tools, equipment, and vehicles for ensuring availability of equipment.
• Maintain records and prepare reports through the completion of daily work logs and work order forms.
• Checks vehicle daily to include interior/exterior cleaning duties, tires and air pressure, engine fluid/hydraulic fluid levels and adjusts levels to meet prescribed standards.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections to ensure equipment is in safe operating condition and assist crew members in performing semi-skilled tasks.
• Assists with preventive maintenance.
• Performs duties of a general laborer in maintenance and construction when not operating equipment.
• Participates as an essential employee in the Department's Snow and Ice Control Program and other emergency or special activities; and,
• Performs other tasks and duties assigned, which may not be specifically listed in the position description; however, are within the general occupational category and responsibility level typically associated with the employee's class of work.
• Ability to use a computer and apply relevant software applications.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Completion of a standard grade school course
• One (1) year of experience operating light to medium motorized equipment.
• A valid Class A, Class B, or equivalent commercial driver's license (CDL) with airbrake and tanker endorsements
• Successfully complete equipment/vehicle performance testing for equipment/vehicles associated with this class of work.
• Completion of Department of Transportation (DOT) medical exam.
• Must be willing to work outdoors in any weather conditions.

Supplemental information

Salary Range Transparency: The salary range listed in this announcement reflects the anticipated offer range for this position. Offers made within this range are based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity.

Tentative Interview Dates: November 16-27, 2026. Please note that interview dates are subject to change and only selected candidates will receive confirmation and additional details.

Job Location

8400 D’Arcy Road, Forestville, Maryland

Conditions of Employment

Upon selection, the candidate must (where applicable):

• Possession and maintenance at all times of a valid Class A, Class B, or equivalent commercial driver's license (CDL) with airbrake and tanker endorsements.
• Possession of a current Department of Transportation (DOT) physical certification card.
• Must successfully complete equipment/vehicle performance testing for equipment vehicles associated with this class.
• Must be willing to work outdoors in any weather condition.
• Meet all training and performance standards and demonstrate proficiency as required by the agency.
• Wear and use agency protective apparel and equipment in the performance of their assigned duties.
• Successfully pass preemployment checks which may include reference checks, background investigations, and drug screenings.
• Be willing and able to serve as an essential employee in the department's Snow and Ice Control Program and during other emergency/special activities as assigned. This position is essential. Essential employees are expected to report during standard or non-standard hours as operations necessitate, or during emergencies. Essential employees are expected to report or remain at work when other County employees are granted Administrative Leave.