PennDOT CDL Operator A (Transportation Equipment Operator A)

Full Job Description

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation’s Dauphin County Maintenance Organization is seeking dedicated individuals to join our team as full-time CDL Equipment Operators.

This essential role offers the opportunity to directly support the maintenance of our county’s highways and bridges, helping to ensure safe and efficient travel for the public.

If you are looking for a collaborative and supportive work environment that values innovation, teamwork, and community service, this position may be an excellent fit.

We welcome experienced operators as well as individuals who are eager to learn and develop their skills.

By joining our mission-driven organization, you will play a vital part in keeping Dauphin County’s roadways in excellent condition and will be recognized for the impact of your work.

Take the next step in your career and apply today.

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Requirements

As an Equipment Operator with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, you play a vital role in maintaining safe and efficient roadways throughout the year, especially during the winter season when snow removal is critical.

Your work supports both infrastructure and public safety, and each day presents hands-on, physically demanding tasks that rely on teamwork, skill, and dedication.

Key responsibilities include:

• Operating heavy equipment for snow removal, roadway maintenance, and construction activities
• Participating in construction and maintenance projects that directly impact infrastructure and public safety
• Performing minor repairs and routine maintenance on assigned equipment and vehicles
• Completing daily logs and reports that track equipment usage, maintenance needs, and operational activities
• Ensuring equipment is properly maintained, safe to operate, and ready for use in all weather conditions

Impact of the role:

• Your work enhances roadway safety for residents, commuters, and emergency responders
• You contribute to the reliability and efficiency of Pennsylvania’s transportation network
• You end each day knowing your efforts make a meaningful difference in the community

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. Hours may vary, and overtime may be required during weather events.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training 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.

Special Requirements:

• All positions require possession of an active Pennsylvania Class A or B Commercial Driver's License with the Air Brake Restriction (L) removed or equivalent.
• All positions require possession of an active Medical Examiner’s Certificate in accordance with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Regulations.
• All employees must obtain an active certification issued by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation in the operation of heavy trucks and loaders, and two additional pieces of construction equipment, within the probationary period.
• Employees may be required to obtain and maintain CDL endorsements and certifications necessary to operate specific pieces of equipment.
• All employees must obtain an active Tank Vehicle Endorsement (N) during the probationary period and continuously maintain it while employed in this job.

Additional Requirement:

• This position is subject to Drug and Alcohol testing in accordance with Federal Regulations.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position.

Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).

Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.

If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only.

Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce.

The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania.

The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law.

All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.