PennDOT CDL Operator Trainee (Transportation Equipment Operator Trainee)

Begin your journey in highway maintenance with a hands-on position that ensures Pennsylvania’s roads are safe and ready for travel! As a Transportation Equipment Operator Trainee in Dauphin County, you will gain experience operating heavy machinery, working outdoors, and developing essential skills that can lead to a rewarding career with the Department of Transportation. This role is perfect for those who enjoy physical labor, teamwork, and acquiring new skills. Join a dedicated team that truly impacts the safety of drivers in the area!

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In this role, you will engage in an extensive training program designed to teach you how to operate highway equipment and perform essential maintenance tasks that keep our roads safe and reliable. You will learn about safety measures, proper equipment usage, and environmental responsibilities while working alongside experienced team members.

Beyond operating machinery, the job will help you develop skills in various manual labor tasks using both powered and hand tools, including shovels, rakes, chainsaws, jackhammers, tampers, mowers, trimmers, and patching tools. Trainees will be taught how to choose the right tools for each job, reduce wear and tear, and report any missing or damaged equipment. This practical experience will equip you to effectively support maintenance crews and prepare for a career as a fully qualified equipment operator.

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.
• 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

Special Requirements:

• This position requires possession of a valid Pennsylvania non-commercial Class C Driver’s License or equivalent.
• This position requires possession of a valid Pennsylvania Class A or B Commercial Driver Learner’s Permit on the first day of work.
• This position requires possession of a valid Medical Examiner's Certificate in accordance with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations on the first day of work.

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).
• 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.