CDL Operator Trainee: Start in Highway Maintenance

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Muncy (Lycoming County); On-site; USD 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation is seeking a PennDOT CDL Operator Trainee in Lycoming County who will learn to operate heavy trucks and maintenance equipment, perform inspections, and support safe highway maintenance duties. This full-time trainee position offers structured on-the-job learning, with weekday schedule 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, overtime possible, and a starting salary of $42,347.

Candidates must possess a PA non-commercial Class C license or CDL learner's permit, a Medical

Qualifications

• Active Pennsylvania non-commercial Class C Driver's License or equivalent on day one.
• Active Pennsylvania Class A or B Commercial Driver Learner's Permit on the first day of work.
• Medical Examiner’s Certificate in accordance with FMCSA Regulations by the first day of work.
• Ability to demonstrate successful operation of equipment with a manual transmission within the probationary period.
• This position requires drug and alcohol testing under Federal Regulations.

Responsibilities

• Equipment Training: Learn to operate heavy trucks, loaders, and related equipment safely and effectively.
• Tool Use: Use motorized and non-motorized hand tools to complete maintenance tasks and report damaged equipment.
• Safety Awareness: Follow safety procedures, use protective gear, and report hazards or injuries immediately.
• Field Tasks: Carry out manual labor such as clearing brush, repairing surfaces, and maintaining roadside areas.
• Operation Checks: Perform pre- and post-operation inspections and make basic field adjustments.
• Environmental Duties: Support environmental protection requirements during maintenance activities.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety procedures

Pre- and post-operation checks

Manual transmission operation

Tools

Equipment inspection

Tool use

Job description

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation is seeking a PennDOT CDL Operator Trainee in Lycoming County who will learn to operate heavy trucks and maintenance equipment, perform inspections, and support safe highway maintenance duties. This full-time trainee position offers structured on-the-job learning, with weekday schedule 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, overtime possible, and a starting salary of $42,347.

Candidates must possess a PA non-commercial Class C license or CDL learner's permit, a Medical