PennDOT CDL Operator (Transportation Equipment Operator A)
About The Position
This role focuses on operating construction and maintenance equipment while supporting tasks that keep highways and bridges safe. You will complete a mix of equipment operation, manual labor, and field adjustments to support daily maintenance activities. As a PennDOT CDL Operator, you will perform the following duties: Equipment Operation: Operate trucks, loaders, and other machinery as required for maintenance activities License Compliance: Maintain a valid CDL and complete required checks and certifications for equipment operation Traffic Control: Perform flagging duties to safely guide traffic when not operating equipment Manual Labor: Use tools such as shovels, rakes, chainsaws, compressors, jack hammers, and mowers to complete maintenance tasks Equipment Upkeep: Make field adjustments, complete minor repairs, clean equipment, and demonstrate proper operation to others Safety Practices: Follow safety procedures, report hazards and injuries, and maintain awareness of work areas Environmental Duties: Carry out environmental protection requirements and attend designated environmental training
Requirements
- Successful completion of the Transportation Equipment Operator Trainee (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration) Program
- Graduation from a Commercial Driver’s License Training School
- 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 Medical Examiner’s Certificate in accordance with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Regulations.
- 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.
- 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.
- A conditional offer of employment will require a drug screening.
Responsibilities
- Operate trucks, loaders, and other machinery as required for maintenance activities
- Maintain a valid CDL and complete required checks and certifications for equipment operation
- Perform flagging duties to safely guide traffic when not operating equipment
- Use tools such as shovels, rakes, chainsaws, compressors, jack hammers, and mowers to complete maintenance tasks
- Make field adjustments, complete minor repairs, clean equipment, and demonstrate proper operation to others
- Follow safety procedures, report hazards and injuries, and maintain awareness of work areas
- Carry out environmental protection requirements and attend designated environmental training
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
