PennDOT CDL Operator (Transportation Equipment Operator A)

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Washington County, PA

82d • Onsite

About The Position

This position focuses on operating roadway maintenance equipment and completing physical labor that supports highway and bridge upkeep. The work helps ensure safe travel conditions for the public. As a PennDOT CDL Operator, you will perform the following duties: Equipment Operation: Operate trucks, loaders, and other required equipment safely and skillfully. License Compliance: Maintain required CDL credentials and complete daily equipment checks. Traffic Control: Perform flagging duties to guide vehicles through active work zones. Manual Labor Tasks: Use hand tools and motorized tools to complete tasks such as clearing brush, repairing barriers, and cleaning drainage structures. Safety Practices: Follow all safety procedures, report incidents promptly, and stay aware of hazards in the work area. Environmental Duties: Apply environmental protection standards during maintenance activities.

Requirements

• 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.
• All permanent employees 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.
• All positions require possession of an active Pennsylvania Class A or B Commercial Driver's License or equivalent with the Air Brake Restriction (L) removed.
• All positions require possession of an active Medical Examiner’s Certificate in accordance with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Regulations.
• All employees must obtain an active Tank Vehicle Endorsement (N) during the probationary period and continuously maintain it while employed in this job.
• This position requires employees to demonstrate successful operation of equipment with a manual transmission.
• Employees may be required to obtain and maintain CDL endorsements and certifications necessary to operate specific pieces of equipment.
• This position is subject to Drug and Alcohol testing in accordance with Federal Regulations.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Responsibilities

• Operate trucks, loaders, and other required equipment safely and skillfully
• Maintain required CDL credentials and complete daily equipment checks
• Perform flagging duties to guide vehicles through active work zones
• Use hand tools and motorized tools to complete tasks such as clearing brush, repairing barriers, and cleaning drainage structures
• Follow all safety procedures, report incidents promptly, and stay aware of hazards in the work area
• Apply environmental protection standards during maintenance activities

What This Job Offers

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