PennDOT CDL Operator Trainee (Transportation Equipment Operator Trainee)

Commonwealth-of-Pennsylvania; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, through PennDOT, invites applications for a CDL Operator Trainee. This hands-on program trains you to operate highway construction and maintenance equipment while emphasizing safety, tool use, and environmental compliance.

Expect full-time hours, regular daytime shifts, and on-site work at state facilities. You will gain practical experience, work with a team, and prepare for a career in equipment operation and roadway maintenance, with opportunities for growth

Qualifications

• Active Pennsylvania non-commercial Class C Driver's License or equivalent required
• Active Medical Examiner’s Certificate required by first day of work
• Active Pennsylvania Class A or B Commercial Driver Learner's Permit required

Responsibilities

• Learn to operate heavy trucks, loaders, and other construction equipment safely and correctly
• Follow all safety procedures and use protective equipment to maintain a safe work environment
• Use manual and motorized tools properly to complete maintenance tasks and reduce equipment wear
• Make observations, perform adjustments, and communicate findings in writing and verbally
• Carry out environmental protection requirements related to maintenance activities

Job description

Are you ready to launch your career as a PennDOT CDL Operator Trainee with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation? This role gives you the chance to learn important skills while preparing for a future in equipment operation and roadway maintenance. You will gain hands-on experience that builds confidence and sets the stage for long-term growth. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys physical work, collaborating with a team, and learning new tools and techniques.

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This role focuses on learning to operate highway construction and maintenance equipment while supporting essential roadway work. It provides hands-on training that builds your knowledge of safety procedures, equipment use, and crew responsibilities. 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 Awareness: Follow all safety procedures and use protective equipment to maintain a safe work environment
• Tool Operation: Use manual and motorized tools properly to complete maintenance tasks and reduce equipment wear
• Site Monitoring: Make observations, perform adjustments, and communicate findings in both written and oral form
• Environmental Compliance: Carry out environmental protection requirements related to maintenance activities

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.
• Travel, overtime, and shift work are required. Work hours are subject to change based upon seasonal requirements and operational needs.
• Telework:You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.

Special Requirements

• This position requires possession of an active Pennsylvania non-commercial Class C Driver's License or equivalent.
• 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

• All employees must possess an active Pennsylvania Class A or B Commercial Driver Learner's Permit at the time of application.
• 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.