CDL Operator Trainee: Transportation Equipment

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Honesdale (Wayne County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation in Wayne County as a PennDOT CDL Operator Trainee. This six-month training program introduces you to the tools, equipment, and safety practices used in highway maintenance, with hands-on equipment operation and safety responsibilities throughout the training period.

You will learn to operate trucks and loaders, perform safety checks, and follow proper procedures while supporting essential public services.

Qualifications

• Special Requirements: active Pennsylvania non-commercial Class C Driver's License or equivalent.
• All employees must possess an active Pennsylvania Class A or B Commercial Driver Learner's Permit on the first day of work.
• All positions require employees to possess an active Medical Examiner's Certificate per FMCSA Regulations by the first day of work.
• This position requires the ability to operate equipment with a manual transmission.
• Additional Requirements: You must be able to perform essential job functions.
• Legal Requirements: conditional offer requires submission of criminal history reports and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Equipment Training: Learn to operate trucks, loaders, and other machinery and complete safety checks.
• Tool Use: Use hand tools and motorized tools to perform maintenance tasks.
• Safety Awareness: Follow safety procedures and report injuries or hazards.
• Worksite Awareness: Observe work areas, support team members, and help reduce risks.
• Environmental Tasks: Follow environmental protection steps during maintenance work.

Job description

Join the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation in Wayne County as a PennDOT CDL Operator Trainee. This six-month training program introduces you to the tools, equipment, and safety practices used in highway maintenance, with hands-on equipment operation and safety responsibilities throughout the training period.

You will learn to operate trucks and loaders, perform safety checks, and follow proper procedures while supporting essential public services.