Transportation Equipment Operator Trainee

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– $41,800.00 Annually Location Lehigh County, PA Job Type Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time Department Department of Transportation Job Number S-2021-12409 Closing 1/10/2022 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code 91360 Position Number 00289419; 00287381 Union AFSCME Bargaining Unit J1 Pay Group ST02 Bureau/Division Code 80530 Bureau/Division Transportation Worksite Address Lehigh County Maintenance Organization Worksite Address 1712 Lehigh Street City Allentown, Pennsylvania Zip Code 18103 Contact Name Delaney Ramirez Contact Email deramirezpa.gov Description Benefits Questions THE POSITION Do you possess a PA CDL permit but have no formal training?

Or do you have your CDL license but need to learn how to drive manual transmission?

Apply today and PennDOT will train you to become a Transportation Equipment Operator As a leading organization in the maintenance of Pennsylvania’s Highways, the Department of Transportation, Lehigh County Maintenance Organization, is seeking to fill vacancies for full-time CDL Equipment Operator Trainees to support the maintenance of the county highway and bridge systems.

Join the Lehigh County Team with this exciting career opportunity DESCRIPTION OF WORK This is a full-time six-month trainee position where the trainee acquires the appropriate commercial licensure for the Transportation Equipment Operator A classification, becomes certified on a minimum number of pieces of equipment for the assigned work site, and becomes acclimated to the departments work rules, safety policies, and local reporting procedures.

As a member of the highway maintenance crew, operators perform a variety of manual laboring duties and operate equipment used for construction and maintenance work.

Operators will plow snow, make minor repairs to equipment, and provide preventive maintenance for the trucks and equipment, in addition to other duties as necessary.

Safety is a high priority for our employees as well as for the citizens of Pennsylvania Apply today and make a difference at PennDOT Additional details regarding this position can be found in theposition description (http://www.occup.state.pa.us/OrgChart/PD_NEOGOV.asp?p00289419) .

Work Schedule Monday
– Friday 7:00 a.m.

to 3:00 p.m.

Lunch break: 30 minutes Travel, overtime and shift work will be required based upon operational considerations.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY Possession of an active Pennsylvania non-commercial Class C Driver’s License or equivalent is required.

Must possess an active Pennsylvania Class A or Class B Commercial Driver Learner’s Permit on the first day of work.

Must possess an active Medical Examiner’s Certificate in accordance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Regulations by the first day of work.

Certain positions in this job require employees to demonstrate successful operation of equipment with a manual transmission.

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.

Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this shortvideo (https://www.youtube.com/embed/HtcSRnndflc) 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 theres more to life than just work Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, six 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 visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.

Eligibility rules apply.

01 This position is located in Lehigh County, Pennsylvania.

Are you willing and able to work in, and commute to this location?

Yes No 02 Have you graduated from a Commercial Driver’s License training school?

Yes No 03 Which valid Pennsylvania Driver’s License do you possess?

Class A Class A w/ Air Brake restriction removed Class B Class B w/ Air Brake restriction removed Class C I do not possess a valid Pennsylvania Driver’s License.

04 Do you currently possess a valid PA CDL Permit?

Yes No No, but I am willing to obtain a valid Pennsylvania CDL Permit before the first day of employment.

I currently posses a valid Pennsylvania CDL Driver’s License.

05 Can you operate a vehicle or equipment with a manual transmission?

Yes No 06 Do you have experience operating any of the following?

(Please select all that apply.) Skid steers Backhoes Tractors Loaders Dump trucks Pickups None 07 Do you currently possess a valid Medical Examiner’s Certificate in accordance with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations?

Yes No No, but willing to obtain a valid Medical Examiner’s Certificate in accordance with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations by the first day of employment.

08 Are you able to withstand periods of heavy exertion and tolerate exposure to adverse weather conditions, outdoors, noise, as well as various plants, insects and chemicals within Safety Data Sheets (SDS) limits?

Yes No 09 Are you able to lift, carry and move up to 50 pounds?

Yes No Required Question Agency Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Address 613 North StreetHarrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120 Website http://www.employment.pa.gov