Equipment Operator A

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania seeks an Equipment Operator A at the Southeast Veterans' Center in Spring City, PA. You will transport residents, perform safety checks, and support daily operations with a focus on reliability and resident welfare.

You must have at least six months of experience operating large vehicles and hold a valid Class C PA driver's license. The role requires flexibility for weekends/holidays and may involve outdoor work and routine vehicle maintenance.

Qualifications

• Six months experience operating large vans, buses, or trucks with GVW 10,001+.
• Valid Class C Pennsylvania driver's license.
• Ability to perform essential job functions.
• Willingness to work weekends and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate cars, vans, buses and other vehicles to transport residents for appointments and activities.
• Inspect vehicles and secure residents and equipment before travel for hazard-free operation.
• Pick up and deliver supplies, mail, and materials for facility operations.
• Operate snow removal and hauling equipment during maintenance and weather events.
• Perform minor repairs, cleaning, and preventive maintenance on vehicles and equipment.
• Assist with loading, unloading, recordkeeping, and other tasks when not operating equipment.

Skills

Vehicle operation

Safety awareness

Class C license

Job description

THE POSITION

Join the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs as an Equipment Operator A and help keep the Southeast Veterans' Center running smoothly. This role lets you make a direct impact by safely transporting residents and supporting daily operations. Each day brings new tasks that build your skills and confidence. Your work will help create a secure and dependable environment for the veterans we serve.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This role focuses on operating vehicles and equipment that support the transportation and daily needs of residents at the Southeast Veterans' Center. It also includes maintenance and general assistance duties that help ensure a safe and efficient environment. As an Equipment Operator A, you will perform the following duties:

• Resident Transport: Operate cars, vans, buses, and other vehicles to transport residents for appointments and activities
• Safety Checks: Inspect vehicles and secure residents and equipment before travel to ensure hazard-free operation
• Material Delivery: Pick up and deliver supplies, mail, and materials for facility operations
• Equipment Operation: Operate snow removal and hauling equipment during maintenance and weather events
• Basic Maintenance: Perform minor repairs, cleaning, and preventive maintenance on vehicles and equipment
• Facility Support: Assist with loading, unloading, recordkeeping, and other tasks when not operating equipment

Work Schedule and Additional Information

• Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week
• Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• You will work a flexible schedule, with the requirement to work weekends and holidays as operationally necessary.
• 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

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements

• Six months experience in the operation and maintenance of large vans, buses and single-chassis trucks with a gross vehicle weight of 10,001 pounds or more; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training.

Special Requirement

• You must possess a valid Class C Pennsylvania driver's license.

Additional Requirement

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Preferred Qualifications (not required)

• This position is in Spring City, Chester County, Pennsylvania. Willingness and ability to work in Spring City, PA.
• The work hours for this job are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM with a flexible schedule depending on the needs of the facility. Ability to work a flexible schedule.
• Experience transporting residents to medical appointments or activities.

Legal Requirements

• A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination.
• This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act.
• Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance.

Veterans

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S.
• 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS)

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.