PennDOT CDL Operator (Transportation Equipment Operator A)

Salary

$45,888.00 - $54,162.00 Annually

Location

Lebanon County, PA

Job Type

Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time

Job Number

N-2026-60975

Department

Department of Transportation

Division

TR Lebanon Co

Opening Date

10/20/2026

Closing Date

10/29/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

91380

Position Number

00017280

Union

AFSCME

Bargaining Unit

J1

Pay Group

ST03

Bureau / Division Code

00080880

Bureau / Division

Transportation, Lebanon County Maintenance District 8-8

Worksite Address

1445 Cumberland Street

City

Lebanon, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

17042

Contact Name

Jenna Diorazio

Contact Email

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THE POSITION

Start a hands-on career as a PennDOT CDL Operator A with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation. In this dynamic role, you will operate important roadway equipment and support crews that maintain safe highways and bridges. You will work outdoors, build practical skills, and take part in projects that help keep travelers moving. Apply today to join a team that values safety, teamwork, and strong work ethic!


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DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position involves operating construction and maintenance equipment and completing a variety of physical tasks as part of a highway or bridge crew. The role supports safe and efficient daily operations through equipment use, manual labor, and adherence to safety procedures. As a PennDOT CDL Operator A, you will perform the following duties:

• Equipment Operation: Operate trucks, loaders, and other assigned equipment for maintenance activities
• License Maintenance: Maintain CDL requirements and complete daily equipment inspections
• Traffic Control: Carry out flagging duties to support safe traffic flow during work operations
• Manual Labor: Perform tasks such as clearing brush, cleaning culverts, and repairing guiderails
• Maintenance Work: Make field adjustments, minor repairs, and preventative maintenance on equipment
• Safety Awareness: Follow safety procedures, report hazards, and use protective equipment appropriately

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.
• Hours may vary and overtime may be required during weather events.
• 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.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Successful completion of the Transportation Equipment Operator Trainee (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration) 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
  
  

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.

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.
• 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. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.

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 to and click on Veterans.

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