THE POSITION

The Department of Military & Veterans Affairs is seeking hard working and caring individual who are dedicated to taking care of our residents. The Southeastern Veterans Center offers veterans and their spouses superior care. If you are an ambitious, confident Equipment Operator committed to performing various tasks in the repair and maintenance of automotive equipment, this job is for you! Join a team that values dedication, safety, and service, apply today! Click here to learn more about the Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This role centers on operating automotive equipment to safely transport residents, materials, and supplies on and off facility grounds. You support essential operations by carrying out transportation, maintenance, and safety tasks that keep the facility functioning smoothly. As an Equipment Operator A, you will perform the following duties:

Vehicle Operation:

Operate passenger cars, trucks, vans, buses, and invalid coaches to transport residents and materials to various destinations

Safety Checks:

Complete inspections and verify locking devices and equipment are properly secured before each trip

Material Transport:

Make pickups and deliveries of mail, supplies, materials, drugs, and blood samples, both locally and long distance

Maintenance Work:

Perform minor repairs, cleaning, preventive maintenance, and assist mechanics with major repairs

Facility Support:

Carry out department tasks such as loading vehicles, maintaining records, cleaning work areas, and completing paperwork

Tool Use:

Use hand and power tools safely while following all agency safety rules 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 hour work week Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, with 30-minute lunch. Flexible Schedule, Weekends and Holidays as needed.

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 be in possession of a valid Class C Pennsylvania driver's license.

Legal Requirements:

A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination. This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act. Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance. 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. Health & Wellness We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs. Compensation & Financial Planning We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options. Work/Life Balance We know there's more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities. Values and Culture We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving. Employee Perks Sometimes, it is the little "extras" that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships. For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit www.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box. Eligibility rules apply.

Work Location:

In person