CDL Operator I

This listing closes on 7/31/2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time (US & Canada).

Employer

Prince George's County Government

Salary

$53,124.00 - $72,100.00 Annually

Location

Various Locations Throughout Prince George's County, MD

Job Type

Probationary FT

Job Number

10735

Department

Public Works & Transportation

Division

Glen Dale Non-Supervisory Field Support

Opening Date

07/17/2026

Closing Date

7/31/2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time (US & Canada)

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

50069029

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Nature and Variety of Work

Come join our team! Prince George's County Government provides a dynamic and inclusive workplace where employees can thrive, learn, and grow across its 30 diverse agencies, all dedicated to serving the County's residents with essential resources and services. Nestled just minutes away from Washington, DC, Prince George's County combines urban vibrancy with serene surroundings, offering an ideal setting to live, work, and enjoy life. The Prince George's County Department of Public Works & Transportation (DPW&T) is currently seeking highly qualified applicants to fill a CDL Operator I (Equipment Operator 1A) grade A13 position in the Office of Highway Maintenance. About the Position This is skilled craftwork whereby incumbents are responsible for the safe and efficient operation and driving of light to heavy construction-based equipment. The selected individual performs manual tasks in connection with road construction, highway maintenance, and/or storm drain maintenance operations. Duties require initiative and independent judgment in the care and operation of equipment, as well as mechanical aptitude and skillful coordination of eye, hand and foot movements. This is an essential position. About The Agency The Department of Public Works and Transportation (DPW&T) is responsible for nearly 2,000 miles of County-maintained roadways that range from rural to urban classifications. The transportation infrastructure includes 900 bridges, as well as shoulders, sidewalks, curbs/gutters, stormwater management facilities, driveway aprons and nearly 3,000 acres of grassy area -- all of which are maintained by staff of the Department. DPW&T's workforce keeps the County's various services moving by performing a myriad of activities which include removing snow and ice from County-maintained roadways, upgrading traffic signals, installing streetlights, clearing fallen trees, unclogging drainage inlets and maintaining stormwater management facilities, as well as performing roadway repairs ranging from potholes and sidewalk trip hazards to bridge repairs and resurfacing projects and more.

Examples of Work

• Operates light equipment such as street sweeper, bucket truck, chipper, street flusher, belt loader, sandblaster, rubber tire roller, compressor truck, rubber tire loader, mist/straw blower, stump remover, dump truck (6 wheel), and 20-yard packer.
• Operates dump truck (single axle), crew cab dump truck (single axle), to transport personnel and materials to and from job sites, and assist in loading and unloading materials and equipment from vehicles.
• Operates air compressor, five (5) ton rollers, asphalt curb machine, tractor mower, flail mower in connection with construction or maintenance projects.
• Participates in work-site safety set-up, e.g., setting barricades and cones, prepping for excavation, assisting with utility locates and prepping for confined space entry; use traffic control techniques to control high/low-speed vehicular traffic movement; maintain tools, equipment, and vehicles for ensuring availability of equipment.
• Maintains records and prepare reports through the completion of daily work logs and work order forms.
• Checks vehicle daily to include interior/exterior cleaning duties, tires and air pressure, engine fluid/hydraulic fluid levels and adjusts levels to meet prescribed standards.
• Performs pre and post-trip inspections to ensure equipment is in safe operating condition and assist crew members in performing semi-skilled tasks.
• Assists with preventive maintenance.
• Performs duties of a general laborer in maintenance and construction when not operating equipment.
• Participates as an essential employee in the Department's Snow and Ice Control Program and other emergency or special activities.
• Performs other tasks and duties assigned, which may not be specifically listed in the position description; however, are within the general occupational category and responsibility level typically associated with the employee's class of work.
• Ability to use a computer and apply relevant software applications.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications Candidates must meet all minimum qualifications listed below to be eligible for additional consideration:

• Completion of a standard grade school course
• One (1) year of experience operating light to medium motorized equipment.
• A valid Class A, Class B, or equivalent commercial driver's license (CDL) with airbrake and tanker endorsements
• Successfully complete equipment/vehicle performance testing for equipment/vehicles associated with this class of work.
• Completion of Department of Transportation (DOT) medical exam.
• Must be willing to work outdoors in any weather conditions.

Preferred Qualifications

• A valid Class A Commercial driver's license
• One (1+) year of experience operating light to heavy power construction-based equipment.

EACH APPLICATION MUST INCLUDE INFORMATION THAT CLEARLY DEMONSTRATES THE ABOVE QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION.

Additional Information

Salary Range Transparency: The salary range listed in this announcement reflects the offer range for this position. Offers made within this range are based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity. Tentative Interview Dates: August 10th - 14th. Please note that interview dates are subject to change and only selected candidates will receive confirmation and additional details. Job Location: Forestville, Glendale, and Brandywine Facilities Conditions of Employment: Upon selection, the candidate must (where applicable):

• Possession and maintenance at all times of a valid Class A, Class B, or equivalent commercial driver's license (CDL) with airbrake and tanker endorsements.
• Possession of a current Department of Transportation (DOT) physical certification card.
• Must successfully complete equipment/vehicle performance testing for equipment vehicles associated with this class.
• Must be willing to work outdoors in any weather condition.
• Meet all training and performance standards and demonstrate proficiency as required by the agency.
• Wear and use agency protective apparel and equipment in the performance of their assigned duties.
• Successfully pass preemployment checks which may include reference checks, background investigations, and drug screenings.
• Be willing and able to serve as an essential employee in the department's Snow and Ice Control Program and during other emergency/special activities as assigned. This position is essential. Essential employees are expected to report during standard or non-standard hours as operations necessitate, or during emergencies. Essential employees are expected to report or remain at work when other County employees are granted Administrative Leave.

ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED

Eligibility to Work : Under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, an employer is required to hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. Applicants who are selected for employment will be required to provide and verify authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship. This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S., only after an offer has been accepted and the Form I-9 is completed. For information on E-Verify, or if you believe the County has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at View phone number on click.appcast.io or visit their website at dhs.gov/E-Verify .

INTERNAL APPLICANTS: If you are a current Prince George's County Government employee and seeking a promotion, in accordance with Section 16-200 of the Personnel Law, you have the right to appeal a rejection rating within five (5) working days of receiving a rejection notice. Union employees should refer to their respective collective bargaining agreement and/or union representative for their grievance procedure.

Prince George's County Government is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Committed to Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace

General Plan Information:

The Prince George's County benefits plan year is from January 1 to December 31. A spouse (to include a same sex spouse) can be added to the health benefit plans. A marriage certificate and social security number is required to add a spouse. Children under the age of 26 are eligible for coverage under the health benefit plans. This includes stepchildren and children of the same-sex spouse. A birth certificate(s) and social security number(s) is required to add a child(ren). If you are only adding the stepchildren or child(ren) of a same-sex spouse, you will need to submit a marriage certificate. You will also need to submit the birth certificate of the child(ren) and your spouse must be listed as a parent. The premiums for health benefits are deducted on a pre-tax basis with the exception of Long-Term Disability, Extra Life Insurance and Voluntary Benefits (Short-Term Disability, Whole Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, Cancer Indemnity, Hospital Indemnity Protection, Accident Indemnity Plan, Supplemental Dental and Group Legal Services). New employees must enroll in the County's health benefit plans within thirty (30) days of the hire date. The effective date of the health benefits coverage is the beginning of the month following a waiting period of forty-five (45) days from the date of hire. After enrolling in the County's benefit plans, employees may only make changes to the plans either during the open enrollment period, which occurs annually (usually each October), and/or during the year, due to a family status change (i.e., marriage, births, divorce and adoption). Employee Benefits Prince George's County is proud to offer employees an attractive and comprehensive benefits program, including the following:

• Medical/Prescription/Dental/Vision Insurance Coverage (part time employees are eligible for medical insurance if they work 15 + hours, per week)
• Group Term Life Insurance
• Long & Short-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Dependent Care Assistance Program
  • Health Care Flexible Spending Account
• Paid Leave (Annual, Personal, & Sick)
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Retirement Benefits
  • Defined Benefit Pension Plan
    • Employer Contribution Rate-11.71%
  • Supplemental Pension Plan
    • Employee Contribution Rate (Pre-Tax)-3.48%
  • 457(b)
  • 403(b)
• Employee Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary Benefits
  • Critical Illness
  • Whole Life Insurance
  • Accident Insurance
  • Legal Services

For additional details, please visit: 01 IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ AND ACKNOWLEDGE: I acknowledge and understand that my responses to the supplemental questions must align with the information provided under the Work Experience and Education sections of my application. My responses to the questions below and the information provided under Work Experience and Education will determine if I meet all minimum qualifications for the position. I understand that attaching a resume does not fulfill the requirement to complete the application and answer all questions. While I am encouraged to attach a resume, I understand that only information provided in my application will be used to evaluate my experience and education for this opportunity.

• Yes
• No

02 Which best describes your highest level of education completed?

• I do not have my High School Diploma or G.E.D
• High School Diploma or G.E.D
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Doctorate/PhD/JD

03 If you selected "I do not have my High School Diploma or G.E.D.," please indicate the highest grade level you have completed. Otherwise, please put N/A indicating this does not apply to you. 04 How many years of experience do you have in operating light to medium power equipment?

• No Experience
• Less than 1 year of experience
• 1 year of experience
• 2 years of experience
• 3 years of experience
• 4 years of experience
• 5+ years of experience

05 Please explain your operating experience to the question above and list dates and places of employment where experience was obtained. Answers such as "See Resume" will not be accepted. Please do not copy your entire resume here. Only provide information that relates to the question. Otherwise, please put N/A indicating you do not have this experience. 06 Please select the Commercial Driver's License (CDL) you currently possess.

• Class A
• Class B
• Equivalent Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
• I do not possess a Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

07 Which Commercial Driver's License (CDL) endorsement(s) do you currently possess? Select all that apply.

• Passenger (P)
• School Bus (S)
• Tank Vehicle (N)
• Hazardous Materials (H)
• Air Brakes (L)
• Other Endorsements
• I do not possess any CDL endorsements

08 If you do possess a CDL, please indicate the license number below. Otherwise, put N/A indicating you do not possess a CDL. 09 Do you have a Department of Transportation (DOT) medical exam card?

• Yes
• No

10 Are you willing to work outdoors in all types of weather?

• Yes
• No

11 Are you willing and able to participate as an essential employee? Essential employees are expected to report during standard or non-standard hours as operations necessitate, or during emergencies. Essential employees are expected to report or remain at work when other County employees are granted Administrative Leave.

• Yes
• No

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Employer Prince George's County Government Address 1400 McCormick Drive, Suite 159 Largo, Maryland, 20774 Phone View phone number on click.appcast.io View phone number on click.appcast.io Website