Roadway Equipment Operator Trainee - Start Your CDL Career

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

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, through PennDOT, invites applications for a CDL Operator Trainee. This hands-on program trains you to operate highway construction and maintenance equipment while emphasizing safety, tool use, and environmental compliance.

Expect full-time hours, regular daytime shifts, and on-site work at state facilities. You will gain practical experience, work with a team, and prepare for a career in equipment operation and roadway maintenance, with opportunities for growth

Qualifications

• Active Pennsylvania non-commercial Class C Driver's License or equivalent required
• Active Medical Examiner’s Certificate required by first day of work
• Active Pennsylvania Class A or B Commercial Driver Learner's Permit required

Responsibilities

• Learn to operate heavy trucks, loaders, and other construction equipment safely and correctly
• Follow all safety procedures and use protective equipment to maintain a safe work environment
• Use manual and motorized tools properly to complete maintenance tasks and reduce equipment wear
• Make observations, perform adjustments, and communicate findings in writing and verbally
• Carry out environmental protection requirements related to maintenance activities

Job description

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, through PennDOT, invites applications for a CDL Operator Trainee. This hands-on program trains you to operate highway construction and maintenance equipment while emphasizing safety, tool use, and environmental compliance.

Expect full-time hours, regular daytime shifts, and on-site work at state facilities. You will gain practical experience, work with a team, and prepare for a career in equipment operation and roadway maintenance, with opportunities for growth