PennDOT CDL Operator Trainee (Transportation Equipment Operator Trainee)

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Fairview Township (York County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's PennDOT is seeking motivated individuals to become CDL Operator Trainees, learning to operate trucks, loaders, and maintenance equipment while gaining safety and maintenance know-how for highway and bridge operations.

In this full-time role, you will undergo hands-on training, perform manual tasks, follow safety protocols, monitor worksites, support environmental actions, and assist crews with roadway maintenance tasks.

Qualifications

• Active Pennsylvania non-commercial Class C Driver's License required.
• Active Pennsylvania Class A or B Commercial Driver Learner's Permit by first day.
• Active Medical Examiner’s Certificate per FMCSA Regulations by first day.

Responsibilities

• Learn to operate trucks, loaders and other equipment with safety checks.
• Perform manual maintenance tasks using hand and power tools.
• Follow safety procedures, report incidents and wear PPE.
• Monitor surroundings, identify hazards and communicate risks.
• Carry out environmental protection steps related to maintenance work.
• Assist crews with roadway and bridge maintenance duties.

Skills

Active PA license

Commercial learner permit

Medical examiner's certificate

Job description

NOTE: THIS IS A REPOSTING OF (N-2026-51958) WHICH WAS PREVIOUSLY OPEN FROM JUNE 17, 2026 TO JUNE 26, 2026. PREVIOUS APPLICANTS DO NOT NEED TO REAPPLY.

Are you ready to build valuable skills while supporting the safety of Pennsylvania roadways? The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is excited to welcome motivated PennDOT CDL Operator Trainees who want to progress towards a fulfilling career in public service as equipment operators. This role introduces you to essential tools, vehicles, and safety practices used in highway and bridge maintenance. You will gain experience that supports long-term growth and future advancement. A pply today to play a key role in helping to maintain the roadways that connect our communities!

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This role focuses on learning how to safely operate transportation equipment and perform maintenance tasks that support highway and bridge operations. Within this role, you will participate in training that builds your skills while helping maintain safe work areas and work sites. As a PennDOT CDL Operator Trainee, you will perform the following duties:

• Equipment Training: Learn to operate trucks, loaders, and other equipment while completing safety checks and adjustments
• Manual Labor: Perform tasks using hand tools and power tools for maintenance and repair activities
• Safety Practices: Follow safety procedures, report incidents, and use proper protective equipment on all job sites
• Worksite Awareness: Monitor surroundings, identify hazards, and communicate risks to protect workers and the public
• Environmental Actions: Carry out environmental protection steps related to maintenance work activities
• Operational Support: Assist crews with various roadway and bridge maintenance duties as assigned

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 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• 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

Special Requirements:

• This position requires 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 by the first day of work.

Additional Requirements:

• This position is subject to Drug and Alcohol testing in accordance with Federal Regulations.
• 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.