Driver License Examiner w/CDL - Hazleton

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Department of Transportation is seeking a Driver License Examiner w/CDL at the Hazelton Driver Licensing Center to support testing and customer needs, ensuring licensing processes run smoothly and highway safety.

You will evaluate driving readiness, review documents, administer vision and tests, issue licenses, and maintain records using department systems; typical hours Tue–Sat 8:15 AM to 4:45 PM with a 30-minute lunch. Telework is not available.

Qualifications

• One year of experience as a Driver License Examiner Assistant (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration).
• Two years of experience obtaining, evaluating, and providing information to the public.

Responsibilities

• Applicant Evaluation: Assess driving ability, physical qualifications, and vehicle safety conditions
• Vision Testing: Administer telebinocular, color perception, and other required vision tests
• Skills Testing: Conduct knowledge, pre-trip, maneuverability, and road tests for commercial and non-commercial applicants
• Document Review: Examine identity and residency documents to confirm authenticity and detect fraud
• Customer Processing: Issue licenses and identification cards and provide guidance on renewals, transfers, and credentials
• System Verification: Use department systems to authenticate identity documents and maintain accurate records

Job description

Join a fast-paced environment where your expertise helps people take an important step in their lives. As a Driver License Examiner w/CDL with the Department of Transportation, Hazelton Driver Licensing Center, you will support testing and customer needs that keep the licensing process running smoothly. This role gives you the chance to make a positive impact on highway safety while building strong professional skills. Be part of a dedicated team committed to clear communication, careful reviews, and excellent service.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position focuses on evaluating driver readiness, reviewing identity documents, and assisting customers at the Hazelton Driver Licensing Center. As a Driver License Examiner w/CDL, you will perform the following duties:

• Applicant Evaluation: Assess driving ability, physical qualifications, and vehicle safety conditions
• Vision Testing: Administer telebinocular, color perception, and other required vision tests
• Skills Testing: Conduct knowledge, pre-trip, maneuverability, and road tests for commercial and non-commercial applicants
• Document Review: Examine identity and residency documents to confirm authenticity and detect fraud
• Customer Processing: Issue licenses and identification cards and provide guidance on renewals, transfers, and credentials
• System Verification: Use department systems to authenticate identity documents and maintain accurate records

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Work hours are 8:15 AM to 4:45 PM, Tuesday - Saturday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Overtime and travel as needed
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year of experience as a Driver License Examiner Assistant ( Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration ); or
• Two years of experience obtaining, evaluating, and providing information to the public.

Special Requirements:

• This position requires an active Pennsylvania non-commercial Class C Driver's License or equivalent and twenty-one years of age at the time of application.
• This position requires no suspensions or revocations of a driver’s license during the five year period immediately preceding employment.
• All employees in this job hired after February 28, 2022, are required to obtain an active unrestricted Class M driver's license within the first six months of employment or before the end of the probationary period and maintain it during employment.
• This position requires possession of an active Class A Pennsylvania Commercial Driver's License or equivalent with the following endorsements: P and N. The Commercial Driver License cannot have any of the following restrictions: E, L, N, O, or Z.

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.