PennDOT CDL Operator (Transportation Equipment Operator A)

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PennDOT CDL Operator (Transportation Equipment Operator A)

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PennDOT CDL Operator (Transportation Equipment Operator A)

Salary

$45,888.00 - $54,162.00 Annually

Location

Chester County, PA

Job Type

Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time

Job Number

N-2026-55014

Department

Department of Transportation

Division

TR Chester Co

Opening Date

08/05/2026

Closing Date

8/18/2026 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

00080620

Bureau / Division

Transportation, Chester County

Worksite Address

711 Ryan Boulevard

City

Coatesville, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

19320

Contact Name

Kathleen Harney-Clinton

Contact Email

kharneycli@pa.gov

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THE POSITION
Start your next chapter with the Department of Transportation as our Transportation Equipment Operator A and bring your skills to Chester County. This role offers hands-on work with highway equipment and the chance to make a visible impact on local roads. Every day provides opportunities to learn, improve, and support your team. Step into a job where your dedication strengthens transportation for the entire community.Check out this video for more information!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
In this position, you will focus on operating highway construction and maintenance equipment while performing important manual labor tasks on a maintenance crew. As a PennDOT CDL Operator, you will perform the following duties:Equipment Operation: Operate trucks, loaders, and other assigned equipment in support of highway and bridge maintenanceLicense Maintenance: Maintain required CDL credentials and complete all necessary safety and equipment checks each dayTraffic Control: Perform flagger duties as directed to support safe traffic flow during maintenance workManual Labor Tasks: Use hand tools and motorized tools to complete tasks such as clearing culverts, cutting vegetation, and repairing guiderailsEquipment Care: Perform field adjustments, minor repairs, and routine servicing to ensure safe and efficient equipment operationSafety Awareness: Follow all safety procedures, report hazards, and help maintain a safe work environment for yourself and othersInterested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.Work Schedule and Additional Information:Full-time employmentWork hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. Hours are subject to change based on seasonal needs.This position may require overtime. Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position. Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $44,988 (before taxes). You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONSMinimum Experience and Training Requirements:Successful c