Closing 9/23/24

Reference #: 4646408 THE POSITION Are you ready to embark on a new career journey? The Department of Transportation at Beaver County Maintenance Organization has an exciting opportunity for you! Become a Transportation Equipment Operator Trainee and acquire vital skills through practical training, paving your way to becoming a proficient Transportation Equipment Operator. Seize this chance and apply now!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK You will undergo training for licensing and certification to operate heavy construction machinery, including Heavy Truck/Tandem Axle (HT/TA) vehicles and loaders with a bucket capacity of 4.5 cubic yards or less. You will be instructed on performing essential pre-and post-operation checks and making necessary adjustments to ensure safe operation and minimize wear. The role involves using various hand and foot controls, wearing seat belts, and managing tire chains on dual wheels. Training will also cover the execution of manual labor tasks with both powered and non-powered tools, such as shovels, hammers, chain saws, and patching machines, while ensuring the correct selection of tools to prevent damage and reporting any missing or damaged equipment. Maintaining a safe work environment is vital, requiring adherence to safety procedures and the use of protective gear. You will be expected to make visual observations, perform manual adjustments, and communicate your findings both in writing and verbally. Staying vigilant about your surroundings is essential to mitigate risks and hazards, with a responsibility to report any personal injuries or equipment incidents, including near-misses, to receive appropriate care. Furthermore, you will implement environmental protection measures related to your maintenance tasks and comply with the environmental management standards established in your training programs.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in thePosition 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. Shifts will vary seasonally, due to weather, and/or based on operational needs 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: Must possess a valid Pennsylvania non-commercial Class C Driver's License or equivalent. Must possess a valid Pennsylvania Class A or B Commercial Driver Learner's Permit on the first day of work. Must possess a valid Medical Examiner's Certificate in accordance with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations on the first day of work.

Conditions of Employment: This position is subject to Drug and Alcohol testing in accordance with Federal Regulations.

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 towww.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contac us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.

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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.