PennDOT CDL Operator Trainee

About the Role

Start a meaningful path in highway maintenance with a role designed to help you learn and succeed. The Department of Transportation is seeking a PennDOT CDL Operator Trainee in Lycoming County who is ready to develop new skills and support vital transportation services. This position provides hands-on training, teamwork, and opportunities to grow. Build a strong foundation for a future in public service.

Description of Work

This trainee position provides structured learning and hands-on practice to teach safe equipment operation and basic highway maintenance tasks. The work supports road safety and prepares you for advancement within the department.

Key Responsibilities

• Equipment Training: Learn to operate heavy trucks, loaders, and related equipment safely and effectively
• Tool Use: Use motorized and non-motorized hand tools to complete maintenance tasks and report damaged equipment
• Safety Awareness: Follow safety procedures, use protective gear, and report hazards or injuries immediately
• Field Tasks: Carry out manual labor such as clearing brush, repairing surfaces, and maintaining roadside areas
• Operation Checks: Perform pre- and post-operation inspections and make basic field adjustments
• Environmental Duties: Support environmental protection requirements during maintenance activities

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.
• Overtime, travel, and shift work may be required. Dual shifts in effect November through March.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $42,347 (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 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.
• This position requires employees to demonstrate successful operation of equipment with a manual transmission within the probationary period.

Additional Requirements

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

Legal Requirements

• A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports.
• A conditional offer of employment will require a drug screening.

How to Apply

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• 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.

Veterans

• Pennsylvania law provides employment preference for qualified veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS)

• 711 (for individuals with hearing and speech disabilities or others).
• If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request with the interviewer in advance.