THE POSITION
Start a career that makes a positive impact across the state! As a PennDOT CDL Operator Trainee with the Department of Transportation, you will begin a rewarding journey toward becoming a skilled equipment operator. This position offers steady training, daily learning opportunities, and meaningful work that supports community safety. You will develop confidence as you work with experienced staff and build new skills. Join a team that helps keep Pennsylvania moving!
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DESCRIPTION OF WORK
This position provides hands-on training in equipment operation and highway maintenance while you learn safety procedures and operational standards. As a PennDOT CDL Operator Trainee, you will perform the following duties:
- Equipment Training: Learn to operate heavy trucks, loaders, and other equipment used for highway and bridge maintenance
- Safety Checks: Perform and document equipment inspections and make basic adjustments to maintain safe operation
- Tool Operation: Use motorized and non motorized tools such as shovels, rakes, chain saws, compressors, and mowers
- Worksite Safety: Follow safety procedures, observe work areas, and report hazards, injuries, and equipment issues
- Environmental Compliance: Carry out environmental protection requirements related to maintenance activities
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 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
- Schedule varies seasonally, due to weather, and based on operational needs.
- Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
- Salary:Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $42,347.00 (before taxes).
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Special Requirements:
- You must be in possession of an active Pennsylvania non-commercial Class C Driver's License or equivalent.
- All employees must possess an active Pennsylvania Class A or B Commercial Driver Learner's Permit on the first day of work.
- All positions require employees to possess an active Medical Examiner’s Certificate in accordance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Regulations by the first day of work.
Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit www.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.
Work Location: In person
