PennDOT CDL Operator (Transportation Equipment Operator A)

Commonwealth-of-Pennsylvania; Coatesville (Chester County); On-site; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's PennDOT is seeking a CDL Operator A to support maintenance crews by operating trucks and related equipment, performing daily checks, and ensuring safe work practices.

The role includes flagging traffic, performing manual tasks, making minor repairs, and assisting mechanics, with a schedule of 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday to Friday, and occasional overtime. Telework is not available.

Qualifications

• Active Pennsylvania Class A or B CDL with Air Brake restriction removed.
• Medical Examiner’s Certificate per FMCSA regulations.
• Active certification issued by PennDOT in heavy trucks and loaders within probationary period.
• CDL endorsements and certifications required for specific equipment.
• Tank Vehicle Endorsement (N) required during probationary period.

Responsibilities

• Operate trucks, loaders and construction equipment and complete daily checks.
• Flagging duties to guide traffic during active work operations.
• Use hand tools to clean culverts, cut brush, dig ditches and repair guiderails.
• Make minor repairs and assist mechanics when needed.
• Follow safety rules, report hazards and stay alert to risks in the work area.
• Apply environmental protection steps required in maintenance activities.

Skills

Equipment operation

Traffic control

Safety practices

Manual tasks

Education

Commercial Driver’s License Training School

Transportation Equipment Operator Trainee program

Equivalent combination of experience and training

Job description

Would you thrive in a hands‑on role that keeps Pennsylvania roads safe and moving? Join the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) as a PennDOT CDL Operator A and play an important part in helping to maintain essential highway and bridge systems. Every day brings new challenges that will help you build strong technical and teamworking skills.

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This position supports maintenance crews by operating equipment, completing labor tasks, and following safe work practices. As a PennDOT CDL Operator A, you will perform the following duties:

• Equipment Operation: Operate trucks, loaders and construction equipment and complete daily checks
• Traffic Control: Perform flagging duties to guide traffic during active work operations
• Manual Tasks: Use hand tools to clean culverts, cut brush, dig ditches and repair guiderails
• Equipment Care: Make minor repairs, perform maintenance and assist mechanics when needed
• Safety Practices: Follow safety rules, report hazards and stay alert to risks in the work area
• Environmental Actions: Apply environmental protection steps required in 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.
  • Summer hours will be 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
• This position may require overtime as needed.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position
• Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $45,888.00 (before taxes).
• 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:

• Successful completion of the Transportation Equipment Operator Trainee (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration) Program; or
• Graduation from a Commercial Driver’s License Training School; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Special Requirements:

• All positions require possession of an active Pennsylvania Class A or B Commercial Driver's License or equivalent with the Air Brake Restriction (L) removed.
• All positions require possession of an active Medical Examiner’s Certificate in accordance with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Regulations.
• All permanent employees must obtain an active certification issued by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation in the operation of heavy trucks and loaders, and two additional pieces of construction equipment, within the probationary period.
• Employees may be required to obtain and maintain CDL endorsements and certifications necessary to operate specific pieces of equipment.
• All employees must obtain an active Tank Vehicle Endorsement (N) during the probationary period and continuously maintain it while employed in this job.

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.

Legal Requirements:

• A conditional offer of employment will require a drug screening.

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.