PennDOT CDL Operator (Transportation Equipment Operator A)
Commonwealth of PennsylvaniaAbout the role
Posting number: N-2026-54027
Department: Department of Transportation
Division: TR Lehigh Co
Job classification: Transportation Equipment Operator A
Posting type: NCS External
Categories: Trades, Transportation, Drivers, Automotive
Summary
Join the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) as a Transportation Equipment Operator A and help keep Lehigh County moving. This role offers hands-on work with equipment that supports safe and reliable travel. Every day brings new opportunities to learn and build confidence with a wide range of machinery. Step into a position where your work truly supports the community!Check out this video for more information!
Examples of duties
This position involves operating heavy equipment and performing manual labor to support highway and bridge maintenance activities. The role ensures safe travel and dependable transportation systems throughout the county. As a Transportation Equipment Operator A, you will perform the following duties:
- Equipment Operation: Operate trucks, loaders, and other assigned machinery for maintenance work
- License Compliance: Maintain required CDL credentials, complete equipment certifications, and perform daily pre and post operation checks
- Traffic Control: Perform flagging duties to manage traffic flow when equipment is not being operate
- Manual Labor Tasks: Use hand tools and motorized tools to complete tasks such as clearing brush, repairing guiderails, cleaning culverts, and installing signs
- Equipment Care: Perform field adjustments, minor repairs, routine maintenance, and demonstrate equipment operation to coworkers
- Safety Practices: Follow safety procedures, report hazards, prevent injuries, and assist in maintaining a safe work environment
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.
- Overtime, dual-shift, and holiday shifts may be required to support storm response, emergency needs, and specialized maintenance work.
- 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
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
- Successful completion of the Transportation Equipment Operator Trainee Program; or
- Graduation from a Commercial Driver’s License Training School; or
- An equivalent combination of experience and training.
Special Requirements:
- All positions require possession of an active Pennsylvania Class A or B Commercial Driver's License or equivalent with the Air Brake Restriction (L) removed.
- All positions require possession of an active Medical Examiner’s Certificate in accordance with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Regulations.
- All permanent employees must obtain an active certification issued by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation in the operation of heavy trucks and loaders, and two additional pieces of construction equipment, within the probationary period.
- All employees must obtain an active Tank Vehicle Endorsement (N) during the probationary period and continuously maintain it while employed in this job.
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