Equipment Operator A Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania $36,831.00 - $54,162.00 Annually dental insurance, vision insurance, parental leave, vacation time, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan United States, Pennsylvania, Annville Fort Indiantown Gap (Show on map) Sep 15, 2026 Salary $36,831.00 - $54,162.00 Annually Location Lebanon County, PA Job Type Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time Job Number

N-2026-58227

Department Department of Military & Veterans Affairs Division MV Div Instln Mntnc Opening Date 09/15/2026 Closing Date 9/19/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code 92100 Position Number Multiple positions may be filled from this posting. Union AFSCME Bargaining Unit J1 Pay Group ST03 Bureau / Division Code 00137105 Bureau / Division Division of Installation Maintenance Worksite Address Fort Indiantown Gap Worksite Address Building 11-76 Utility Road City Annville, Pennsylvanis Zip Code 17003 Contact Name Lori Buffington Contact Phone 717.861.8338 Contact Email lorbuffing@pa.gov

THE POSITION

The Equipment Operator A position with the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) offers a chance to support essential work that keeps Fort Indiantown Gap running smoothly. This role allows you to operate important machinery and equipment used in daily maintenance and project work. You will be part of a team that values reliability, responsibility, and hands-on skill. If you enjoy active, meaningful work that makes a real difference, this opportunity is a great fit. Click here to learn more about the Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position involves skilled equipment operation and manual labor that support maintenance and construction activities across Fort Indiantown Gap. The role includes vehicle operation, grounds work, and tasks that ensure safe, productive work areas. As an Equipment Operator A, you will perform the following duties:

Vehicle Operation:

Operate single chassis vehicles and equipment for transporting personnel, hauling materials, and supporting maintenance activities

Road and Trail Work:

Operate equipment to build, modify, and rebuild roads, trails, and target range layouts

Construction Activities:

Perform demolition of structurally deficient buildings, complete drainage improvements, conduct underground utility work, and assist with airfield construction and maintenance

Specialized Operations:

Perform hydro-excavating for utility locating and support biosolid spreading across assigned areas

Equipment Operation:

Operate military and civilian equipment with a gross vehicle weight between 10,001 and 32,000 pounds or more to support construction and maintenance needs

Technical Maintenance:

Assist mechanics, perform minor equipment repairs, and carry out preventative maintenance on assigned machinery

Safety and Communication:

Follow proper safety procedures, use required protective gear, and maintain proper radio communication with airfield and range control Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week

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

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:

Six months experience in the operation and maintenance of large vans, buses and single-chassis trucks with a gross vehicle weight of 10,001 pounds or more; or

Any equivalent combination of experience and training.

Special Requirement:

You must possess a valid Class C Pennsylvania driver's license.

Additional Requirements:

You must possess a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) permit at the time of hire. (Once you are hired, the agency will send you to classes for a Class A CDL that you must obtain within 6 months after hire.)

You must pass favorable National Crime Information Center (NCIC) screening for admittance to Fort Indiantown Gap.

You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Preferred Qualifications:

Possession of a valid Pennsylvania Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

Possession of a valid Pennsylvania Commercial Driver's Permit

Possession of Class A or B Pennsylvania Commercial Driver's license (CDL) with restrictions

Possession of a valid Class B Pennsylvania driver's license with the Air Brake Restriction (L) removed

Experience operating wheeled/tract front-end loaders

Experience with snow removal

Experience with grass cutting using a large tractor with a gang-mower attachment

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. 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.

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.

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 www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html 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.