PennDOT CDL Operator (Transportation Equipment Operator A)
About The Position
As a PennDOT CDL Operator for the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, you will help maintain safe travel routes by operating highway maintenance equipment and performing fieldwork that supports roadway and bridge upkeep. The position includes operating trucks, loaders, and other construction or maintenance equipment; completing required pre- and post-operation checks; and maintaining required commercial driver’s license credentials. Duties also include flagging traffic, performing manual labor such as clearing culverts, cutting brush, digging ditches, erecting signs, and repairing guiderails, and making minor equipment repairs and adjustments. Employees demonstrate proper equipment use to coworkers, follow safety procedures, monitor hazards, and promptly report injuries or equipment damage. This is a full-time, onsite position with regular hours of 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday through Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. Overtime, dual shifts, and holiday shifts may be required during storm operations. Telework is not available.
Requirements
- Successfully complete the Transportation Equipment Operator Trainee Program, graduate from a Commercial Driver’s License Training School, or have 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.
- Possess an active Medical Examiner’s Certificate in accordance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations.
- Obtain an active PennDOT certification in operating heavy trucks and loaders and two additional pieces of construction equipment within the probationary period.
- Obtain an active Tank Vehicle Endorsement (N) during the probationary period and maintain it while employed in this job.
- Obtain and maintain any CDL endorsements and certifications required to operate specific equipment, if required.
- Be able to perform the essential job functions.
- Submit an application by the posting closing date; eligibility information must be provided on the application.
Nice To Haves
- Ability to demonstrate successful operation of equipment with a manual transmission.
Responsibilities
- Operate trucks, loaders, and other assigned construction or maintenance equipment.
- Maintain required CDL credentials and complete mandated pre- and post-operation equipment checks.
- Perform flagging duties to support safe and efficient traffic flow during field operations.
- Complete manual labor, including clearing culverts, cutting brush, digging ditches, erecting signs, and repairing guiderails.
- Perform minor equipment repairs and adjustments.
- Demonstrate proper equipment use to coworkers.
- Follow safety procedures, monitor work-area hazards, and immediately report injuries or equipment damage.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
