Roadway CDL Operator: Drive, Maintain & Safeguard Highways

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

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, through PennDOT, seeks a CDL Operator in Wyoming County to operate trucks, loaders and related equipment in road and bridge maintenance projects. The role supports roadway safety and requires CDL credentials, medical certificate, and proactive equipment checks.

Responsibilities include flagging for safe work zones and performing routine maintenance on machinery; winter shifts apply.

Qualifications

• Active Pennsylvania Class A or B CDL with Air Brake Restriction removed.
• Active Medical Examiner’s Certificate per FMCSA.
• Probationary period: obtain certification to operate heavy trucks, loaders and two additional pieces of construction equipment.
• Tank Vehicle Endorsement (N) during probation.
• Operate equipment with a manual transmission.
• Able to perform essential job functions.

Responsibilities

• Operate trucks, loaders and construction equipment as assigned.
• Maintain CDL credentials and perform required equipment checks.
• Perform flagging duties to support safe work zones.
• Clear brush, repair barriers and clean culverts.
• Perform basic repairs and preventative maintenance on machinery.
• Work schedule may change due to weather/season; winter shifts 4:00 AM–12:00 PM and 12:00 PM–8:00 PM.

Skills

CDL driving

Manual transmission

Traffic control

Equipment operation

Safety compliance

Education

Commercial Driver’s License Training School

Transportation Equipment Operator Trainee Program

Equivalent experience

Job description

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, through PennDOT, seeks a CDL Operator in Wyoming County to operate trucks, loaders and related equipment in road and bridge maintenance projects. The role supports roadway safety and requires CDL credentials, medical certificate, and proactive equipment checks.

Responsibilities include flagging for safe work zones and performing routine maintenance on machinery; winter shifts apply.