THE POSITION

Are you passionate about working outdoors and skilled in operating heavy machinery? This is your opportunity to make a difference while enjoying nature! The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources seeks a motivated individual who excels in operating equipment and vehicles to maintain our districts roads, trails, and facilities. Experience the fulfillment of serving the public while growing professionally and taking advantage of numerous promotional opportunities! Join our dynamic team and make a real impact in your community!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

An Equipment Operator B with the Susquehannock Forest District in Potter County is a skilled position involving heavy-duty trucks and machinery to effectively construct, maintain, and repair state forest roads, trails, and facilities. You will work with CDL "A" rated trucks, snow groomers, and powerful equipment such as graders, track loaders, bulldozers, and backhoes. In addition to operating heavy machinery, you will tackle manual tasks, utilize hand and power tools, and manage critical records, including pre-trip safety inspections and driver logs. Your knowledge and experience in safely operating and maintaining vehicles weighing over 32,001 pounds will be key to your success in this role.

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Seasonal full-time employment without benefits. The season runs from approximately March 2025 until November 2025 at which time the employee is placed on leave without pay.

• Work hours are: 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM Tuesday to Thursday; 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM Friday.

• This position may require travel and overtime.

• 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; 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 Requirement:

• You must possess a valid Class C Pennsylvania drivers license.

Condition of Employment:

• This position requires possession of a valid Class A Commercial Drivers License.

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• 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).
• 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.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx 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.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.