PennDOT CDL Operator (Transportation Equipment Operator A)

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Elk County, PA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The PennDOT CDL Operator supports the safe upkeep of Pennsylvania highways and bridges by operating equipment and performing manual labor. The work helps protect the traveling public and maintain reliable roadway conditions. Duties include operating trucks, loaders, and other highway maintenance equipment; flagging traffic when not operating equipment; cleaning culverts, cutting brush, erecting signs, and repairing guiderails; selecting and using motorized and non-motorized tools; checking equipment before and after operation, making minor repairs, and documenting maintenance; and following safety procedures and reporting hazards.

This is full-time employment. The stated schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, with a 30-minute lunch. Hours may change based on seasonal requirements and operational needs. Telework is not available. New Commonwealth employees begin at an annual salary of $45,888 before taxes.

Applicants must meet one of the listed experience and training pathways and possess the required commercial driver’s license and related qualifications. Permanent employees must obtain PennDOT equipment-operation certifications during the probationary period. A conditional offer requires submission of criminal history reports, a drug screening, and a medical examination.

Requirements

• Successfully complete the Transportation Equipment Operator Trainee Program (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or 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 Class B Commercial Driver’s License, or equivalent, with the Air Brake Restriction (L) removed.
• Have the E restriction removed from the commercial driver’s license.
• Possess an active Medical Examiner’s Certificate in accordance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations.
• Obtain an active Tank Vehicle Endorsement (N) during the probationary period and maintain it continuously while employed in this job.
• Demonstrate successful operation of equipment with a manual transmission.
• Obtain required PennDOT certifications for heavy trucks and loaders and two additional pieces of construction equipment within the probationary period.
• Obtain additional PennDOT certifications for assigned pieces of equipment.
• Be able to perform the essential job functions.
• Submit criminal history reports and complete a drug screening and medical examination if given a conditional offer.

Responsibilities

• Operate trucks, loaders, and other highway maintenance equipment.
• Perform flagging responsibilities to support safe traffic movement when not operating equipment.
• Clean culverts, cut brush, erect signs, and repair guiderails.
• Select and properly use motorized and non-motorized tools for maintenance work.
• Conduct pre-operation and post-operation equipment checks, perform minor repairs, and document maintenance activities.
• Follow safety procedures, report hazards, and support a safe environment for coworkers and the public.

What This Job Offers

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