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, Tunkhannock 1 Franklin Avenue (Show on map) Sep 01, 2026 Salary $42,347.00 - $47,863.00 Annually Location Wyoming County, PA Job Type Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time Job Number

N-2026-57357

Department Department of Transportation Division TR Wyoming Co Opening Date 09/01/2026 Closing Date 9/15/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code 91360 Position Number 00228029 Union AFSCME Bargaining Unit J1 Pay Group ST02 Bureau / Division Code 00080470 Bureau / Division TR Wyoming County Worksite Address 1 Franklin Avenue City Tunkhannock, Pennsylvania Zip Code 18657 Contact Name Dana Perraglia Contact Phone 570.963.4730 Contact Email dperraglia@pa.gov

THE POSITION

As a PennDOT CDL Operator Trainee with the Department of Transportation, you will gain hands-on experience that prepares you for advancement. This trainee program teaches you how to use important equipment and follow the safety practices needed on road crews. You will learn from experienced staff who support your growth each day. This position is a great way to build skills that lead to future opportunities. Check out this video for more information!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This trainee role teaches you how to operate construction equipment and complete maintenance tasks that support safe roadway conditions. As a PennDOT CDL Operator Trainee, you will perform the following duties:

Equipment Training:

Learn to operate heavy trucks and loaders safely on maintenance crews

Tool Usage:

Use hand and motorized tools to complete roadway and bridge tasks

Safety Awareness:

Follow safety procedures and report hazards or incidents

Equipment Checks:

Perform inspections and adjustments to support proper machine function

Worksite Support:

Assist crews with manual labor and upkeep of work areas

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.

Work schedule subject to change due to weather/season;

Winter shifts

4:00 AM to 12:00 PM

12:00 PM to 8:00 PM

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 employees must possess an active Pennsylvania Class A or B Commercial Driver Learner's Permit on the first day of work.
• 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.

This position requires employees to demonstrate successful operation of equipment with a manual transmission.

Additional Requirements:

You must be able to perform essential job functions.

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).

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 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.