PennDOT CDL Operator Trainee (Transportation Equipment Operator Trainee)

Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania
Norristown, PA, United States
Full-time

THE POSITION

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation is on the lookout for enthusiastic individuals to join as Transportation Equipment Operator Trainees in Montgomery County! In this role, you will have the opportunity to develop essential skills and gain valuable knowledge through hands-on training, paving the way for your future as a skilled Transportation Equipment Operator.

Do not miss out on this chance-submit your application today!

Check out this video for more information!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This is a trainee position that is responsible for operating highway construction and maintenance equipment and performing a variety of manual laboring duties on a highway or bridge maintenance crew.

You will be trained for licensing and certification to operate heavy construction equipment which includes at least the following : Heavy Truck / Tandem Axle (HT / TA) and loader (LD) (bucket capacity of 4.

5 cubic yards or less) on highway or bridge maintenance crews. You will learn to perform, and document required pre-and post-operation checks and make necessary field adjustments to permit safe operation and minimize wear.

You will also operate a variety of hand and foot controls, utilizes seat belts and installs and removes tire chains on dual wheels.

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 8 : 00 AM to 4 : 00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch
  • Summer Work hours are 7 : 00 AM to 3 : 00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch
  • 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.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Special Requirements :

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

Conditions of Employment :

  • Certain positions require operation of vehicles or equipment with a manual transmission.
  • This position is subject to Drug and Alcohol testing in accordance with Federal Regulations.

Additional Requirement :

You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements :

A conditional offer of employment will require a drug screening.

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.

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 t o www.employment.pa.gov / Additional%20Info / Pages / default.

aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at [email protected] .

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.

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