PennDOT CDL Operator (Transportation Equipment Operator A)

Salary: $45,888.00 - $54,162.00 Annually
Location : Mercer County, PA
Job Type: Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time
Job Number: N-2026-53950
Department: Department of Transportation
Division: TR Mercer Co
Opening Date: 07/22/2026
Closing Date: 8/4/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code: 91380
Position Number: Multiple positions may be filled from this posting.
Union: AFSCME
Bargaining Unit: J1
Pay Group: ST03
Bureau / Division Code: 00080140
Bureau / Division: TR Mercer Co
Worksite Address: 215 North Maple Street
City: Mercer, Pennsylvania
Zip Code: 16137
Contact Name: Amber Bell
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THE POSITION


Join the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) as a Transportation Equipment Operator A and help keep Mercer 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. Apply today to step into a position where your work truly supports the community!

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DESCRIPTION OF WORK
This position focuses on operating maintenance equipment and completing manual labor tasks that support roadway and bridge upkeep. Through your work, you will help ensure for safe travel conditions by assisting with seasonal operations, repairs, and general maintenance. As a PennDOT CDL Operator, you will perform the following duties:

• Equipment Operation: Operate trucks, loaders, and snow removal equipment during maintenance activities
• Traffic Control: Perform flagging duties to guide traffic safely through work areas
• Manual Labor: Complete tasks using hand tools to clear brush, clean culverts, repair signs, and support roadway upkeep
• Equipment Care: Perform minor repairs, complete field adjustments, and maintain equipment records
• Safety Awareness: Follow safety procedures, observe work hazards, and report incidents promptly
• Environmental Compliance: Apply environmental protection practices required for maintenance activities

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.
• Travel, overtime and shift work required. Work hours subject to change based on seasonal requirements and operational needs.
• 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 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. This position requires that the E restriction is removed.
• This position requires employees to demonstrate successful operation of equipment with a manual transmission.
• All positions require possession of an active Medical Examiner's Certificate in accordance with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Regulations.
• All 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.
• Employees may be required to obtain additional certifications issued by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation on assigned pieces of equipment.

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:

• You must pass a background investigation.

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).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• 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 to apply.
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*Eligibility rules apply.
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Special Requirement - Do you possess an active PA Class A or B Commercial Driver's License or equivalent with the Air Brake Restriction (L) removed?

• Yes
• No

02


If you answered "Yes" to the above question, please provide your driver's license number and expiration date. If "No", type N/A in the text box below.
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Special Requirement - If you answered "Yes" to the above question, does the Class A or B CDL have the E restriction removed?

• Yes
• No

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Special Requirement - Do you possess an active Medical Examiner's Certificate in accordance with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Regulations?

• Yes
• No

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If you answered "Yes" to the above question, please attach a copy of the medical examiners certificate. If you answered "No", type N/A in the text box below.
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Special Requirement - Are you able to demonstrate successful operation of equipment with a manual transmission?

• Yes
• No

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If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
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Have you successfully completed the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Transportation Equipment Operator Trainee program?

• Yes
• No

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If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
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Did you graduate from a Commercial Driver's License Training School?

• Yes
• No

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If you answered "Yes" to the above question, please attach a copy of your certification of completion. If you answered "No", type N/A in the text box below.
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Have you completed a formal driver training program for the operation of construction and maintenance equipment?

• Yes
• No

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If you answered "Yes" to the above question, please attach a copy of your certificate of completion. If you answered "No", type N/A in the text box below.
Required Question