Equipment Operator B - Clarks Summit State Hospital

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is offering an exciting career opportunity as an Equipment Operator B at Clarks Summit State Hospital. In this role, you'll be responsible for operating vehicles and maintenance equipment to support hospital services, ensuring smooth operations for critical care. The ideal candidate will have experience with construction equipment and the ability to perform various groundskeeping tasks, all while serving some of Pennsylvania's most vulnerable citizens.

Qualifications

• One year of experience as an Equipment Operator A or equivalent.
• Two years of experience operating heavy construction and specialized maintenance equipment.
• Possession of a valid Class B CDL with air brake endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Operate various medium-weight vehicles and maintenance equipment.
• Perform snow removal and prepare equipment for winter.
• Execute groundskeeping duties including lawn maintenance and debris removal.

Skills

Operation of heavy construction equipment

Groundskeeping

Snow removal

Transporting patients

Education

Class B commercial driver's license (CDL)

Valid Class C Pennsylvania driver's license

Job description

Explore an exciting, new career as an Equipment Operator B! Clarks Summit State Hospital is seeking a skilled and experienced individual to join our Facility Services Department's Transportation and Grounds Team. Your work in this role will help us keep the hospital running smoothly so we can continue to provide amazing care for some of Pennsylvania’s most vulnerable citizens. Apply today to utilize your experience with construction equipment in a rewarding way!

As an Equipment Operator B, you will be responsible for operating a variety of medium-weight, single chassis vehicles and maintenance equipment on and off the hospital grounds in support of various hospital programs, services, and functions. Your duties will include digging and excavating for repairs to existing equipment and new construction, as well as instructing and demonstrating the operation equipment such as excavators and dozers. You will also provide escort and delivery services. This will include medication and dietary services pick up and delivery, escorting patients within and outside of hospital grounds, and delivering equipment such as oxygen tanks. You can expect to perform snow removal and prepare equipment for such before the winter season. Additionally, you will perform groundskeeping duties such as lawn maintenance, planting trees and shrubs, and removing debris.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in theposition description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with a 30-minute lunch. You will work a rotating schedule, including holidays and weekends, with a 12-hour shift on every 5th or 6th weekend. This may change based on operational needs.
• Travel and overtime 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 an Equipment Operator A(Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration);or
• Two years of experience in the operation of heavy construction and specialized maintenance equipment used at this level with a gross vehicle weight of 32,001 pounds or more;or
• Any equivalent combination of experience or training.

Special Requirements:

• You must have possession of a valid Class C Pennsylvania driver's license.

Condition of Employment:

• This position requires possession of a Class B commercial driver's license (CDL) with air brake endorsement, in order to meet operational needs.

Other Requirements:

• You must meet thePA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow thelinkand click on Residency.
  
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• A conditional offer of employment will requirea 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.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date.Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

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 towww.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspxand click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us [e-mail].

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

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

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

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.

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.