CDL Operator & Roadway Maintenance Specialist

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Meadville (Crawford County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is seeking a CDL Operator A to support roadway and bridge maintenance. You will operate trucks and loaders, maintain your CDL, and perform flagging duties to guide traffic on active work sites. The role emphasizes manual tasks, equipment care, and safety.

Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday through Friday, with overtime possible. A strong commitment to public service and compliance with regulations is essential.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Operate trucks, loaders, and other equipment to support roadway and bridge maintenance
• Maintain your CDL and complete required checks and certifications for safe equipment use
• Perform flagging duties to guide traffic and maintain safety on active work sites
• Use motorized and hand tools to complete tasks such as clearing brush, cleaning culverts, and repairing barriers
• Carry out field adjustments, minor repairs, and regular cleaning to keep equipment in good working order

Skills

Equipment operation

CDL compliance

Traffic control

Manual tasks

Equipment care

Education

Trainee program completion

CDL training school

Experience or training equivalence

Job description

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is seeking a CDL Operator A to support roadway and bridge maintenance. You will operate trucks and loaders, maintain your CDL, and perform flagging duties to guide traffic on active work sites. The role emphasizes manual tasks, equipment care, and safety.

Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday through Friday, with overtime possible. A strong commitment to public service and compliance with regulations is essential.