PennDOT CDL Operator (Transportation Equipment Operator A)

Full Job Description

Looking for a career where your skills behind the wheel help keep an entire county moving?

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation is looking for full-time CDL Equipment Operators to join the Somerset County Maintenance Organization.

Our team plays a crucial role in maintaining the highways and bridges that our communities depend on daily.

Here is your chance to work in a supportive environment that prioritizes safety, teamwork, and professional development.

Whether you have years of experience or are eager to expand on your skills, you will have the opportunity to make a real difference in the infrastructure that connects Somerset County.

If you are ready for steady work, strong teamwork, and a mission that matters, apply today and help keep Pennsylvania’s roadways safe and dependable.Check out this video for more information!

Requirements

In this position, you will be responsible for operating trucks, loaders, and other assigned equipment, while also conducting daily pre- and post-operation inspections. Your tasks will include various manual labor activities, such as clearing culverts, cutting grass and brush, repairing guiderails, erecting signs, and assisting with general roadway maintenance. When not operating equipment, you will help with flagging duties to ensure safe traffic control. Additionally, you will make necessary field adjustments, perform minor repairs and preventive maintenance, and demonstrate equipment operation to fellow employees as needed.

You will also assist mechanics with equipment repairs, keep accurate records of equipment usage, and safely install or remove tire chains. Adhering to safety procedures, using appropriate protective gear, and promptly reporting any injuries or equipment incidents are essential. The role requires consistent attendance, efficient teamwork, and a commitment to environmental protection during maintenance activities. You may also be tasked with responsibilities in the storeroom, at stockpiles, or in other operational areas to facilitate effective maintenance operations throughout the county.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Work hours subject to change based on seasonal requirements and operational needs.
• 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 or equivalent with the Air Brake Restriction (L) removed.
• 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.
• All employees must obtain an active Tank Vehicle Endorsement (N) during the probationary period and continuously maintain it while employed in this job.

Additional Requirements:

• 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).

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.

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

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):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

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.