PennDOT CDL Operator (Transportation Equipment Operator A)

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Indiana (PA); Vor Ort; USD 41.000 - 50.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s PennDOT is seeking a CDL Operator to help maintain highways and bridges across the Commonwealth. You will operate trucks and heavy equipment, inspect and maintain gear, and support traffic control and safety at work zones.

This full-time role runs 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday through Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. Travel, overtime, and seasonal adjustments apply; telework is not offered.

Qualifikationen

• Active certification in heavy trucks and loaders per Pennsylvania requirements.
• Active Pennsylvania Class A or B CDL with Air Brake Restriction removed (L) and E restriction removed.
• Medical Examiner’s Certificate required under FMCSA regulations.
• Tank Vehicle Endorsement (N) required during probationary period.

Aufgaben

• Operate highway construction and maintenance equipment such as trucks and loaders.
• Perform pre/post-operation inspections and document equipment status.
• Conduct flagger duties and manage traffic through work zones.
• Carry out roadway and bridge maintenance using hand tools and powered equipment.
• Perform field adjustments, basic repairs, cleaning, and preventative maintenance.
• Follow safety procedures, report hazards/incidents, and support environmental requirements.

Kenntnisse

Heavy equipment operation

Truck operation

Traffic control

Safety procedures

Ausbildung

Commercial Driver’s License Training School

Equivalent combination of experience and training

Jobbeschreibung

Hit the road toward a career that makes a difference! As a CDL Operator with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), you will help maintain the highways and bridges that connect communities across the Commonwealth. This position combines equipment operation, hands‑on work, and public service in a fast-paced environment. Join a team that values skill, safety, and dedication to keeping Pennsylvania moving! Check out this video for more information!

As a CDL Operator, you will operate highway construction and maintenance equipment while supporting roadway and bridge maintenance operations. You will perform equipment inspections, maintenance tasks, traffic control activities, and manual labor duties to promote safe and efficient work sites. As a CDL Operator, you will perform the following duties:

• Equipment Operation: Operate trucks, loaders, and other assigned construction and maintenance equipment
• Inspection And Records: Complete pre-operation and post-operation checks and maintain required equipment documentation
• Traffic Control: Perform flagger responsibilities to help guide traffic through work zones
• Maintenance Tasks: Use hand tools and powered equipment to complete roadway, bridge, and roadside maintenance work
• Equipment Care: Perform field adjustments, minor repairs, cleaning, servicing, and preventative maintenance activities
• Safety And Compliance: Follow safety procedures, report hazards and incidents, and support environmental protection requirements

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 is required. Work hours are subject to change based on seasonal requirements and operational needs.
• 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 Program (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); 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 Pennsylvania Class A or B Commercial Driver's License or equivalent with the Air Brake Restriction (L) removed. This position requires that the E restriction is removed.
• All positions require possession of an active Medical Examiner’s Certificate in accordance with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Regulations.
• 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.

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.