PennDOT CDL Operator (Transportation Equipment Operator A)

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Venango County, PA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

As a PennDOT CDL Operator with the Department of Transportation, you will help maintain safe and reliable roads across Venango County by operating construction and maintenance equipment and supporting road and bridge crews with hands-on labor. The position involves driving trucks, loaders, and other machinery for highway and bridge maintenance; performing daily pre- and post-operation checks; flagging traffic around work zones; using hand and power tools for culvert cleaning, brush cutting, ditch digging, and guiderail repair; and performing routine equipment care and assisting mechanics with repairs. Employees must follow safety procedures, report hazards, and remain aware of work-zone conditions.

This is a full-time, non-telework position. Regular hours are Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, with a 30-minute lunch. Work hours may change seasonally; winter shifts are 4:00 AM to 12:00 PM or 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Dual shifts, overtime, and travel may be required. Starting salary may be non-negotiable in some cases.

Applicants must meet the experience and training requirements and hold the specified commercial driving credentials. The position also requires equipment-operation certifications and a Tank Vehicle Endorsement within the probationary period, along with ongoing maintenance of the endorsement. Employment is subject to drug and alcohol testing, criminal history reporting after a conditional offer, and drug screening after a conditional offer.

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 Air Brake (L) and Manual Transmission (E) restrictions removed.
• Demonstrate successful operation of equipment with a manual transmission.
• Possess an active Medical Examiner’s Certificate in accordance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Regulations.
• Possess an active Pennsylvania Department of Transportation certification in heavy trucks and loaders and two additional pieces of construction equipment within the probationary period.
• Possess an active Tank Vehicle Endorsement (N) during the probationary period and continuously maintain it while employed in the job.
• Be able to perform essential job functions.
• Submit criminal history reports if extended a conditional offer of employment.
• Complete drug screening if extended a conditional offer of employment.
• Submit an application by the posting closing date; eligibility-supporting experience and education must be provided on the application.

Responsibilities

• Operate trucks, loaders, and other machinery used for highway and bridge maintenance.
• Maintain proper licensing and complete daily pre- and post-operation checks.
• Perform flagging duties to guide traffic safely around work zones.
• Use hand and power tools to clean culverts, cut brush, dig ditches, and repair guiderails.
• Perform routine equipment care and assist mechanics with repairs when needed.
• Follow safety procedures, report hazards, and remain aware of work-zone conditions.

What This Job Offers

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