PennDOT CDL Operator (Transportation Equipment Operator A)

Commonwealth-of-Pennsylvania; Grand View Heights (PA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a PennDOT CDL Operator to run trucks, loaders and other maintenance equipment, supporting road and bridge upkeep. The role emphasizes safety, CDL compliance, and teamwork in daily field work in Pennsylvania.

Responsibilities include operating heavy machinery, performing manual labor, and making field adjustments while maintaining safe work practices and environmental compliance.

Qualifications

• Completion of CDL training program or equivalent
• CDL training school graduation or equivalent experience
• Active CDL with required endorsements may be needed

Responsibilities

• Operate trucks, loaders and other maintenance machinery
• Maintain CDL and complete required checks and certifications
• Perform flagging duties to guide traffic when not operating equipment
• Use tools for maintenance tasks and minor repairs
• Make field adjustments and ensure equipment is safe to operate
• Follow safety procedures and report hazards or injuries
• Attend environmental training and adhere to environmental requirements

Skills

CDL certification

Equipment operation

Safety practices

Teamwork

Education

CDL training school

Equivalent experience

Tools

Heavy trucks

Loaders

Maintenance tools

Job description

Are you ready for a fulfilling career where you can operate essential highway equipment while helping to keep our roads safe for every traveler? Join the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) as a PennDOT CDL Operator where you will take on essential work that keeps roads and bridges functioning properly. This position is ideal for individuals who enjoy interactive tasks, teamwork, and operating a variety of equipment. You will support maintenance activities, respond to work needs, and help ensure safe travel conditions.

Apply today to begin a hands-on profession that makes a real difference in your community!

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This role focuses on operating construction and maintenance equipment while supporting tasks that keep highways and bridges safe. You will complete a mix of equipment operation, manual labor, and field adjustments to support daily maintenance activities. As a PennDOT CDL Operator, you will perform the following duties:

• Equipment Operation: Operate trucks, loaders, and other machinery as required for maintenance activities
• License Compliance: Maintain a valid CDL and complete required checks and certifications for equipment operation
• Traffic Control: Perform flagging duties to safely guide traffic when not operating equipment
• Manual Labor: Use tools such as shovels, rakes, chainsaws, compressors, jack hammers, and mowers to complete maintenance tasks
• Equipment Upkeep: Make field adjustments, complete minor repairs, clean equipment, and demonstrate proper operation to others
• Safety Practices: Follow safety procedures, report hazards and injuries, and maintain awareness of work areas
• Environmental Duties: Carry out environmental protection requirements and attend designated environmental training

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: 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 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.
• All positions require possession of an active Medical Examiner’s Certificate in accordance with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Regulations.
• 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.
• Employees may be required to obtain and maintain CDL endorsements and certifications necessary to operate specific pieces of equipment.

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.