PennDOT CDL Operator (Transportation Equipment Operator A)

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Perry County, PA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Join the Department of Transportation as a PennDOT CDL Operator to help maintain highways and support safe travel. This position involves skilled operation of highway equipment and manual labor in support of maintenance crews, helping keep roadways safe and functional for the traveling public. The role requires maintaining specified commercial driver credentials and equipment certifications, following safety practices, and completing equipment checks and maintenance. This is full-time employment, scheduled Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM with a 30-minute lunch. Hours may vary, and overtime may be required during weather events. The position is not eligible for telework.

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.
• Possess an active Pennsylvania Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License, or equivalent, with the Air Brake Restriction (L) removed.
• Obtain an active Tank Vehicle Endorsement (N) during the probationary period and maintain it continuously while employed in this job.
• Possess an active Medical Examiner’s Certificate in accordance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Regulations.
• Permanent employees must obtain active PennDOT certification in operating heavy trucks and loaders and two additional pieces of construction equipment within the probationary period.
• Be able to perform the essential job functions.
• Submit relevant, detailed experience and education information on the application by the posting closing date.

Responsibilities

• Operate trucks, loaders, and other assigned construction and maintenance equipment.
• Maintain required CDL credentials and complete daily pre-operation and post-operation equipment checks.
• Perform flagging duties to support safe traffic flow during work operations.
• Use hand and power tools to clear brush, dig, mow, and repair roadside features.
• Complete field adjustments, minor repairs, and preventative maintenance on assigned equipment.
• Follow safety procedures, report hazards, and make observations and adjustments to maintain a safe work area.

What This Job Offers

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