Job Description

THE POSITION

Do you have experience working with heavy equipment and enjoy tackling challenging projects? Would you thrive in a career which allows you to work in the outdoors? If so, the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) may have the position for you! The Division of Installation Maintenance is excited to welcome a reliable and motivated Equipment Operator B to join the team at Fort Indiantown Gap to ensure that the roads, grounds, facilities, and utilities are well maintained. Bring your skills and talents to one of the busiest centers of the DMVA and apply with us today!


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DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As an Equipment Operator B, you will conduct technical construction and skilled maintenance work by performing the construction, modification, and rebuilding of paved roads, parking lots, trails, ranges, and other features, in addition to assisting with snow removal. Work includes the demolition of structurally deficient buildings, underground utility work, hydro-excavating for utility locating, maintenance and construction on the airfield, drainage improvements and installations, and bio solid spreading. You will also be responsible for the maintenance and operation of specialized equipment, both military and civilian, used for construction and maintenance work with vehicles or equipment with a gross vehicle weight 32,001 pounds or more. Safety is a top priority in this role, and you will ensure the safe operation of all equipment while maintaining a secure work environment for yourself, your coworkers, and the public by adhering to safety procedures and wearing the appropriate safety gear. All work will be performed in accordance with DMVA’s general safety rules and guidelines.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 37.5 hours/week.
• Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• 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 an Equipment Operator A (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 heavy construction and specialized maintenance equipment used at this level with a gross vehicle weight of 32,001 pounds or more; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience or training.

Special Requirements:

• You must possess a valid Class C Pennsylvania driver's license.

Additional Requirements:

• A conditional offer is contingent on passing a favorable National Crime Information Center (NCIC) screening for admittance to Fort Indiantown Gap.
• You must possess a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) permit at the time of hire. (Once you are hired, the agency will send you to classes for a Class A CDL that you must obtain within 6 months after hire.)
• You must obtain a Tanker Endorsement (N) within one year of employment.
• You must obtain a Bio-Solid Application Certification within one year of employment.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Preferred Qualifications (not required):

• Possession of a Class A or B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with no restrictions.
• Experience operating a refuse/recycling truck.
• Experience operating a wheeled/tract front-end loader.
• Experience operating heavy trucks/tractor trailers.
• Experience with snow removal.
• Experience cutting grass using a large tractor with a gang-mower attachment.

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.

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 and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.

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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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.*



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