PennDOT CDL Operator (Transportation Equipment Operator A)

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Chester County, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Transportation is seeking a PennDOT CDL Operator who enjoys working outdoors and staying active throughout the day. In this role, you will play an important role in keeping Chester County moving safely and smoothly. You will build strong skills while contributing to projects that directly support the driving public. This is an opportunity to take pride in maintaining the roads people rely on every day. This position will support roadway and bridge maintenance by operating equipment and completing a variety of manual tasks. The work you perform will help ensure that the traveling public has safe, dependable roads throughout Chester County.

Requirements

• Possession of an active Pennsylvania Class A or B Commercial Driver's License or equivalent with the Air Brake Restriction (L) removed.
• Possession of an active Medical Examiner’s Certificate in accordance with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Regulations.
• Must be able to perform essential job functions.
• Successful completion of the Transportation Equipment Operator Trainee Program (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or Graduation from a Commercial Driver’s License Training School; or An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Nice To Haves

• You must obtain an active certification issued by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation in the operation of heavy trucks and loaders, and two additional pieces of construction equipment, within the probationary period.
• You will be required to obtain additional certifications issued by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation on assigned pieces of equipment.
• All employees must obtain an active Tank Vehicle Endorsement (N) during the probationary period and continuously maintain it while employed in this job.

Responsibilities

• Operate trucks, loaders, and other assigned machinery for maintenance activities
• Perform flagging duties to guide traffic safely through work areas
• Use hand and power tools to clear brush, repair guiderails, clean culverts, and maintain roadways
• Perform adjustments, maintenance, and minor repairs to keep equipment in safe working condition

Benefits

• Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $45,888 (before taxes).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed