PennDOT CDL Operator Trainee (Transportation Equipment Operator Trainee) Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania $42,347.00 - $47,863.00 Annually dental insurance, vision insurance, parental leave, vacation time, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan United States, Pennsylvania, Lancaster 2105 Lincoln Highway East (Show on map) Sep 16, 2026 Salary $42,347.00 - $47,863.00 Annually Location Lancaster County, PA Job Type Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time Job Number

N-2026-58169

Department Department of Transportation Division TR Lancaster Co Opening Date 09/16/2026 Closing Date 9/29/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code 91360 Position Number Multiple positions may be filled from this posting. Union AFSCME Bargaining Unit J1 Pay Group ST02 Bureau / Division Code 00080870 Bureau / Division Lancaster County, 8-7 Worksite Address 2105 Lincoln Highway East City Lancaster, Pennsylvania Zip Code 17602 Contact Name Tina Coumbe Contact Email tcoumbe@pa.gov

THE POSITION

Take the first step toward a stable and meaningful future as a PennDOT CDL Operator Trainee with the Department of Transportation! This position offers valuable learning opportunities that help you build confidence and expertise. You will contribute to important maintenance activities that support safe roads statewide. Start your journey with a team that works together to make a difference every day! Check out this video for more information!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position focuses on learning how to operate highway construction and maintenance equipment while supporting a variety of manual labor tasks on crew assignments. As a PennDOT CDL Operator Trainee, you will perform the following duties:

Equipment Operation:

Operate trucks, loaders, and other assigned equipment safely and efficiently

License Maintenance:

Maintain required CDL credentials and complete equipment certifications during the probationary period

Traffic Control:

Perform flagging duties to support safe and effective traffic flow during work activities

Manual Labor Tasks:

Use hand tools to complete activities such as cutting brush, repairing guiderails, digging ditches, and maintaining work areas

Equipment Care:

Complete daily inspections, minor repairs, and preventative maintenance to ensure proper operation

Safety Awareness:

Follow required safety procedures and report hazards, injuries, or equipment issues promptly 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 is required. Work hours are 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

Special Requirements:

This position requires possession of an active Pennsylvania non-commercial Class C Driver's License or equivalent.

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.

Additional Requirements:

This position requires possession of an active Pennsylvania Class A or B Commercial Driver Learner's Permit at the time of application.

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 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.