PennDOT CDL Operator Trainee (Transportation Equipment Operator Trainee)
About The Position
The PennDOT CDL Operator Trainee receives structured learning and hands-on practice in safe equipment operation and basic highway maintenance. The position supports road safety and prepares the employee for advancement within the department. Duties include learning to operate heavy trucks, loaders, and related equipment; using motorized and non-motorized hand tools; performing manual maintenance work; conducting equipment inspections and basic field adjustments; and supporting environmental protection requirements. This is a full-time, onsite position in Lycoming County. Regular hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday through Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. Overtime, travel, and shift work may be required, and dual shifts are in effect November through March. Telework is not available. New Commonwealth employees start at an annual salary of $42,347 before taxes.
Requirements
- Possess an active Pennsylvania non-commercial Class C Driver’s License or equivalent.
- Possess an active Pennsylvania Class A or B Commercial Driver Learner’s Permit by the first day of work.
- Possess an active Medical Examiner’s Certificate in accordance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations by the first day of work.
- Demonstrate successful operation of equipment with a manual transmission within the probationary period.
- Submit to drug and alcohol testing in accordance with federal regulations.
- Be able to perform the essential job functions.
- Submit criminal history reports and pass a drug screening following a conditional offer of employment.
Responsibilities
- Learn to operate heavy trucks, loaders, and related equipment safely and effectively.
- Use motorized and non-motorized hand tools to complete maintenance tasks and report damaged equipment.
- Follow safety procedures, use protective gear, and promptly report hazards or injuries.
- Perform manual labor, including clearing brush, repairing surfaces, and maintaining roadside areas.
- Conduct pre- and post-operation inspections and make basic field adjustments.
- Support environmental protection requirements during maintenance activities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
