Roadway Equipment Operator Trainee

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Sparta Township (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) seeks a Transportation Equipment Operator Trainee to learn essential equipment operation for roadway and bridge maintenance. You will gain hands-on experience with safety practices, tool use, and environmental duties within a maintenance crew.

Role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and instruction-based progression toward a long-term career in state transportation. The position is full-time with standard daytime hours.

Qualifications

• Active Pennsylvania non-commercial Class C Driver's License required on the first day.
• Active Pennsylvania Class A or B Commercial Driver Learner's Permit on the first day.
• Active Medical Examiner’s Certificate in accordance with FMCSA regulations by the first day of work.
• Must be able to perform essential job functions.

Responsibilities

• Learn to operate equipment and perform manual labor tasks supporting roadway/bridge maintenance.
• Complete safety training and follow PennDOT work procedures.
• Operate trucks, loaders, and other machinery with required safety checks.
• Use hand and motorized tools to perform maintenance and repairs as directed.
• Follow environmental protection requirements during maintenance activities.

Job description

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) seeks a Transportation Equipment Operator Trainee to learn essential equipment operation for roadway and bridge maintenance. You will gain hands-on experience with safety practices, tool use, and environmental duties within a maintenance crew.

Role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and instruction-based progression toward a long-term career in state transportation. The position is full-time with standard daytime hours.