Transportation Equipment Operator Specialist

State of Pennsylvania
Pipersville, Pennsylvania
Full Time

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THE POSITION

Are you a skilled professional experienced in operating construction and maintenance equipment within the transportation sector? If you are on the lookout for a rewarding and promising career path, then look no further! The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is excited to announce an opening for a Transportation Equipment Operator Specialist within the Bucks County Maintenance Organization. In this role, you will be responsible for operating various highway construction and maintenance equipment, contributing to the safety and efficiency of our transportation infrastructure. This is an excellent opportunity to join a dedicated team and make a significant impact in your community. Do not miss out on this chance to advance your career-apply today and take the first step towards a fulfilling future!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position involves specialized skills in operating heavy construction and highway maintenance equipment within the Department of Transportation. As a Transportation Equipment Operator Specialist, you will engage in manual labor as part of a highway or bridge maintenance team while also handling a variety of machinery essential for construction and maintenance tasks. Your responsibilities will include operating equipment such as fuel trucks, rubber-tire excavators (Gradalls), milling machines, oil distributors, pugmills, and stone chippers for surface treatment operations. Additionally, you will manage larger machinery, including track excavators with a gross vehicle weight of 25,500 pounds or more, large pavers, and truck/trailer combinations for transporting equipment. Your role may also require the use of snow plows, backhoes, tractor mowers equipped with extendable hydraulic mowers or ditcher attachments, bulldozers, graders, and rollers weighing ten tons or more. Furthermore, you will operate self-propelled road wideners, conveyor loaders, pavement breakers, post drivers, and front loaders or hi-lifts with a bucket capacity of four and a half cubic yards or more, all of which are critical for effective construction and maintenance operations.

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.
Work hours are subject to change based on 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

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

One year of experience as a Transportation Equipment Operator B (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
Two years of experience in the operation of construction and maintenance equipment ;or
An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Special Requirements:

This position requires possession of an active Pennsylvania Class A or B Commercial Driver's License or equivalent with the L restriction removed.
This position requires possession of an active Medical Examiner's Certificate in accordance with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Regulations.

Conditions of Employment

This position requires the employee to obtain an active Tank Vehicle Endorsement (N) during the probationary period and continuously maintain it while employed in this job.
This position requires the employee to obtain active operating certifications, issued by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation for at least two of the following pieces of equipment within the probationary period or a longer period as determined by management: fuel truck, rubber tire excavator (gradall), milling machine, oil distributor, pugmill, stone chipper for surface treatment operations, track excavator with a gross vehicle weight of 25,500 lbs or more, or a large paver.
All employees must successfully complete and remain current with "Transportation Equipment Operator Instructor" and "Acting Highway Foreman" training.
This position requires employees to demonstrate successful operation of equipment with a manual transmission.

Additional Requirement:

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.

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.

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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.

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Eligibility rules apply.

Do you possess an active PA Class A or B Commercial Driver's License or equivalent with the Air Brake Restriction (L) removed?

If you answered "Yes" to the above question, please provide your driver's license number and expiration date. If "No", please type N/A in the text box below.

Do you possess an active Medical Examiner's Certificate in accordance with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Regulations?

If you answered "Yes", please attach a copy of the medical examiners certificate. If you answered "No", please type N/A in the text box below.

Are you able to demonstrate successful operation of equipment with a manual transmission?

Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as a Transportation Equipment Operator B for one or more years full-time?

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. This employer, and a description of the experience, must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like it to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

How many years of full-time experience in the operation of construction and maintenance equipment do you possess?