PennDOT CDL Operator (Transportation Equipment Operator A)

Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania; Shippenville (Clarion County); Vor Ort; USD 41.000 - 50.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Parental leave

Vacation time

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Sick time

Retirement plan

Zusammenfassung

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania seeks a PennDOT CDL Operator (Transportation Equipment Operator A) to maintain and operate highway equipment in Shippenville. The role requires reliable CDL credentials and adherence to safety practices while performing essential field tasks.

Responsibilities include operating trucks and loaders, performing equipment checks, flagging in work zones, and conducting light maintenance.

Qualifikationen

• Successful completion of the Transportation Equipment Operator Trainee Program or an equivalent Federal/ Commonwealth title.
• Graduation from a Commercial Driver's License Training School or equivalent.
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Aufgaben

• Operate trucks, loaders, and other highway maintenance equipment.
• Maintain required CDL credentials and complete equipment checks daily.
• Perform flagging duties to support safe traffic movement during work operations.
• Use hand and power tools to clear brush, clean culverts, repair guiderails, and related tasks.
• Perform field adjustments, minor repairs, and preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Follow safety procedures, identify hazards, and report injuries or near misses.

Ausbildung

Transportation Equipment Operator Trainee Program

Commercial Driver's License Training School

Experience and training equivalence

Jobbeschreibung

PennDOT CDL Operator (Transportation Equipment Operator A)

dental insurance, vision insurance, parental leave, vacation time, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan

United States, Pennsylvania, Shippenville

Feel the pride of keeping Pennsylvania on the move while keeping our roadways safe! As a PennDOT CDL Operator with the Department of Transportation, you handle essential equipment and support highway maintenance across the region. Each day offers hands-on challenges that showcase your abilities. This position lets you build a meaningful career that serves communities statewide.

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DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position focuses on operating highway equipment and performing laboring tasks that support roadway construction and maintenance. As a PennDOT CDL Operator, you will perform the following duties:

• Equipment Operation: Operate trucks, loaders, and other highway maintenance equipment
• CDL Compliance: Maintain required CDL credentials and complete equipment checks each workday
• Traffic Control: Perform flagging duties to support safe traffic movement during work operations
• Manual Labor: Use hand and power tools to clear brush, clean culverts, repair guiderails, and complete related tasks
• Equipment Care: Perform field adjustments, minor repairs, and preventative maintenance on assigned equipment
• Safety Awareness: Follow safety procedures, identify hazards, and report injuries, accidents, and near misses

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.
• 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 within 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.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

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.
• 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.