Stock Clerk 1 - PennDOT Winter Maintenance

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Bellefonte (Centre County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's PennDOT is seeking a Stock Clerk 1 to support the Centre County Maintenance Organization. This role handles documents, answers calls, and assists staff and the public with accurate information during daily operations.

The position is seasonal full-time from October 2026 through March 2027, working 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday through Friday, with a 30‑minute lunch. Telework is not available.

Qualifications

• Minimum Experience and Training: Graduation from high school; or any equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Additional Requirements: You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Responsibilities

• Answer incoming calls, provide information, and record complaints or incidents.
• Assist managers and field staff through two way radio communication during maintenance activities.
• Maintain logs, records, and control documents by adding or updating necessary information.
• Share forms, instructions, and updates clearly with coworkers and the public.
• Sort papers, file documents, and operate basic office equipment as needed.
• Follow written and verbal directions to complete tasks accurately.

Skills

Customer communication

Radio communication

Document handling

Information processing

Clerical tasks

Instruction following

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Do you have a sharp eye for inventory and knowing what you need and when you need it? Start a meaningful career as a Stock Clerk 1 with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT). In this role, you will help keep daily operations running smoothly by handling documents and providing important communication support. Your diligent efforts will help staff, managers, and the public receive accurate information when it is needed most. Apply today to join a team that values reliability, teamwork, and great customer service!

This position provides clerical and communication support to the Centre County Maintenance Organization by processing documents, directing calls, and assisting staff and the public. Your role will help ensure smooth daily operations through accurate recordkeeping and clear communication. As a Stock Clerk 1, you will perform the following duties:

• Customer Communication: Answer incoming calls, provide information, and record complaints or incidents
• Radio Support: Assist managers and field staff through two way radio communication during maintenance activities
• Document Handling: Maintain logs, records, and control documents by adding or updating necessary information
• Information Processing: Share forms, instructions, and updates clearly with coworkers and the public
• Clerical Tasks: Sort papers, file documents, and operate basic office equipment as needed
• Instruction Compliance: Follow written and verbal directions to complete tasks accurately

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information

• Seasonal full-time employment from October 2026 to March 2027.
• Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
  • Hours may vary due to seasonal requirements and operational needs.
• Telework:You will not have the option to telework in this position
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Graduation from high school; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training.

Additional Requirements:

• 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.