PennDOT CDL Operator Trainee (Transportation Equipment Operator Trainee)

Salary $42,347.00 - $47,863.00 Annually Location Lycoming County, PA Job Type Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time Job Number N-2026-60577 Department Department of Transportation Division TR Lycoming Co Opening Date 10/14/2026 Closing Date 10/28/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code 91360 Position Number 00261114 Union AFSCME Bargaining Unit J1 Pay Group ST02 Bureau / Division Code 00080320 Bureau / Division Transportation - Lycoming County Maintenance Organization Worksite Address 716 Jordan Avenue City Montoursville, Pennsylvania Zip Code 17754 Contact Name Carolyn Kilburn Contact Phone View phone number on click.appcast.io Contact Email View email address on click.appcast.io THE POSITION 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. Check out this video for more information! 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. As a PennDOT CDL Operator Trainee, you will perform the following duties: 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. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY 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. See hiring agency contact information. A conditional offer of employment will require a drug screening. 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 to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr