PennDOT CDL Operator Trainee (Transportation Equipment Operator Trainee)

Are you ready to launch your career with the Department of Transportation? We have an exciting opportunity for you as a Transportation Equipment Operator Trainee, where you will participate in an extensive six-month training program designed to provide you with the vital skills and knowledge necessary for advancement to the Transportation Equipment Operator A classification. This role is more than just a job; it represents a thrilling pathway to a rewarding career in the transportation sector. Currently, PennDOT is seeking enthusiastic individuals for the Transportation Equipment Operator Trainee positions within our Indiana Maintenance Organization. Don't miss your chance to apply and take the first step toward a fulfilling lifelong career!

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In this role, you will develop essential skills and gain hands-on experience in operating equipment used for highway construction and maintenance, while also participating in various manual labor activities as part of a dedicated highway or bridge maintenance crew. You will receive comprehensive training aimed at securing the necessary licenses and certifications for operating heavy machinery, including Heavy Truck/Tandem Axle (HT/TA) vehicles and loaders with a bucket capacity of 4.5 cubic yards or less. A key responsibility will involve conducting and documenting thorough pre- and post-operation inspections, as well as making field adjustments to ensure the safe operation of equipment and to minimize wear and tear. In addition to machinery operation, you will engage in a variety of manual labor tasks, employing both motorized and non-motorized hand tools such as shovels, rakes, hammers, chain saws, compressors, and patching machines, thereby contributing to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the maintenance team.

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. Travel, overtime and shift work required. 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: Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $41,526.00 (before taxes).
• 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.
• Certain positions require operation of vehicles or equipment with a manual transmission.

• 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.

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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.