CDL Operator Trainee: Heavy Equipment & Road Maintenance

Commonwealth-of-Pennsylvania; East Rochester (PA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Department of Transportation is seeking a PennDOT CDL Operator Trainee. You will learn to operate heavy trucks, loaders, and related equipment, and perform inspections to ensure roadways and equipment are safe.

Training leads to required certifications; you will support highway and bridge maintenance crews with manual labor and environmental compliance, following safety rules, and adhering to a structured 8:00 AM–4:00 PM schedule, Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• You must hold an active Pennsylvania non-commercial Class C Driver's License or equivalent.
• All positions require an active Pennsylvania Class A or B Commercial Driver Learner's Permit on day one.
• An active Medical Examiner’s Certificate is required on day one.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy trucks, loaders, and related equipment safely.
• Perform and document inspections and adjust as needed.
• Carry out manual labor tasks to support maintenance crews.

Skills

Active driver's license

Tools

CDL Class A/B

CDL Learner's Permit

Medical Examiner’s Certificate

Job description

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Department of Transportation is seeking a PennDOT CDL Operator Trainee. You will learn to operate heavy trucks, loaders, and related equipment, and perform inspections to ensure roadways and equipment are safe.

Training leads to required certifications; you will support highway and bridge maintenance crews with manual labor and environmental compliance, following safety rules, and adhering to a structured 8:00 AM–4:00 PM schedule, Monday to Friday.