THE POSITION

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation is seeking hardworking individuals to work now through April 2022 as CDL Equipment Operators in the Winter Maintenance Program! If you enjoy working in a fast-paced and dedicated environment on a seasonal basis or with the potential for promotion into a permanent position, this is the job for you. APPLY NOW! 

Watch this video to see how you can make a difference in the Winter Maintenance Program!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK and REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY:

Transportation Equipment/CDL Operator:

• Perform a variety of duties during the winter season, such as snow removal, traffic control, equipment repair and maintenance, guide rail repair and truck unloading.
• To be eligible, you must have:
  • Graduated from a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Training School;
  • OR have successfully completed the Transportation Equipment Operator Trainee Program;
  • OR have an equivalent combination of experience and training.
  • Special Requirement: Possession of an active PA Class A or B CDL or equivalent with the Air Brake (L) Restriction removed; certain positions require that the E or O restriction is removed.
• All candidates will be subject to a driving skills test as part of the interview process. The tests will be conducted on vehicles with manual transmissions.
• Possession of an active Medical Examination Certificate is required.

Military members and recently-honorably discharged veterans who possess at least two years’ experience in operating a commercial motor vehicle as part of their military job requirements may qualify for these opportunities based on meeting the Military Commercial Driver’s License Skills Testing Waiver (DL-398 Form (Download PDF reader)) as found on www.dmv.pa.gov.

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.