Roadway Maintenance CDL Operator - Keep PA Roads Safe

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; North Bethlehem Township (PA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

PennDOT is hiring an experienced CDL Operator to support highway and bridge upkeep across Pennsylvania. You will operate trucks and loaders, assist maintenance crews, and contribute to public safety and travel reliability statewide.

The role emphasizes compliance with CDL requirements, daily equipment checks, safety practices, and environmental stewardship while performing hands-on labor and flagging duties at active work zones.

Qualifications

• Completion of the Transportation Equipment Operator Trainee Program or CDL Training School.
• Alternative: an equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Active Pennsylvania Class A or B CDL with Air Brake Restriction removed and Medical Examiner’s Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Operate trucks, loaders, and required equipment safely and skillfully.
• Maintain CDL credentials and complete daily equipment checks.
• Perform flagging duties to guide vehicles through active work zones.
• Use hand and motorized tools for tasks like clearing brush and repairing barriers.
• Follow safety procedures, report incidents, and stay aware of hazards.
• Apply environmental protection standards during maintenance activities.

Skills

Equipment operation

Traffic flagging

Safety procedures

Manual labor

Environmental duties

CDL training

Education

CDL training

Operator trainee program

Job description

PennDOT is hiring an experienced CDL Operator to support highway and bridge upkeep across Pennsylvania. You will operate trucks and loaders, assist maintenance crews, and contribute to public safety and travel reliability statewide.

The role emphasizes compliance with CDL requirements, daily equipment checks, safety practices, and environmental stewardship while performing hands-on labor and flagging duties at active work zones.