PennDOT CDL Operator Trainee (Transportation Equipment Operator Trainee)

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; East Rochester (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking candidates for a PennDOT CDL Operator Trainee. This full-time role offers structured training to safely operate highway equipment and perform essential maintenance tasks, preparing you for licensing and full participation in roadway operations.

The position emphasizes hands-on learning, safety, and environmental compliance. Training progresses toward certification, with regular schedule from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, and a clear path to permanent roles within

Qualifications

• Active Pennsylvania non-commercial Class C driver's license.
• Active Pennsylvania Class A or B Commercial Driver Learner's Permit on first day of work.
• Active Medical Examiner's Certificate in accordance with FMCSA regulations on first day of work.
• Ability to perform essential job functions.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy trucks, loaders, and other construction equipment safely and correctly.
• Follow safety procedures and wear protective equipment.
• Perform labor tasks using tools such as shovels, rakes, chain saws, tampers, and mowers.
• Complete field checks, document findings in written and oral form.
• Apply environmental protection requirements during maintenance activities.

Skills

CDL License

CDL Learner Permit

Medical Certificate

Job description

Salary

$42,347.00 - $47,863.00 Annually

Location

Beaver County, PA

Job Type

Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time

Job Number

N-2026-61134

Department

Department of Transportation

Division

TR Beaver Co

Opening Date

10/21/2026

Closing Date

11/4/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

91360

Position Number

Multiple positions may be filled from this posting.

Union

AFSCME

Bargaining Unit

J1

Pay Group

ST02

Bureau / Division Code

00081120

Bureau / Division

Beaver County Maintenance

Worksite Address

155 Stewart Avenue

City

Rochester, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

15074

Contact Name

Michael Zimmerman

Contact Phone

412.335.8150

Contact Email

[e-mail]

THE POSITION

Take the first step toward a rewarding future as a PennDOT CDL Operator Trainee with the Department of Transportation! This position offers structured training that prepares you to operate essential highway equipment. You will gain confidence through real experience while learning important safety and maintenance practices. Join a team that helps keep Pennsylvania moving every day!

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DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position provides training in the safe operation of highway equipment and in the performance of manual labor that supports maintenance crews. It helps prepare you for licensing, certification, and full participation in key roadway operations. As a PennDOT CDL Operator Trainee, you will perform the following duties:

• Equipment Training: Learn to operate heavy trucks, loaders, and other construction equipment safely and correctly
• Safety Practices: Follow safety procedures, use protective equipment, and stay aware of work area hazards
• Manual Tasks: Perform laboring duties using tools such as shovels, rakes, chain saws, tampers, and mowers
• Field Checks: Complete visual inspections, make basic adjustments, and document findings in written and oral form
• Environmental Compliance: Apply environmental protection requirements during maintenance activities

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Schedule varies seasonally, due to weather, and/or based on operational needs.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary:Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $42,347.00 (before taxes).
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Special Requirements:

• You must be in possession of an 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 in accordance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Regulations on the first day of work.

Additional Requirement:

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

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).

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.