PennDot is hiring CDL operators and mechanics

PennDOT is looking for CDL operators and diesel and construction equipment mechanics in Franklin County. 

 The first of eight recruiting events will be held from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday at the Franklin County Maintenance Office, 619 N. Franklin St., Chambersburg, for positions that start at $22.24 per hour for CDL operators and $19.72 per hour for mechanics. 

 PennDOT said staff will be available to discuss current and future openings within the commonwealth for CDL operators, who must have a valid Pennsylvania (PA) CDL Class A or B with no restrictions, and diesel and construction equipment mechanics, who must have a valid CDL and a PA Class 7 inspector mechanic certification. Both positions also require a current medical examiner certificate.  

 On-the-spot applications, interviews, and driving skills testing will take place.  

 Laptops and staff will be available to help interested participants navigate the new electronic application system. Human Resources staff will be on hand to discuss benefit options and opportunities for permanent employment. 

 PennDOT is an Equal Opportunity Employer promoting workforce diversity. To learn more about commonwealth employment opportunities, please visit: www.employment.pa.gov. 

 The other recruiting events for South Central Pennsylvania will be; 

•  Adams County: 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Sept. 9 at the Adams County Maintenance Office, 1185 Fairfield Road, Gettysburg.  
• Cumberland County: 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Aug. 26 at the Cumberland County Maintenance Office, 40 Army Heritage Drive, Carlisle. 
• Dauphin County: 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Aug. 17 at the Dauphin County Maintenance Office, 2140 Herr Street, Harrisburg. 
• Lancaster County 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Aug. 24 at the Lancaster County Maintenance Office, 2105 Lincoln Highway East, Lancaster PA  17602.  
• Lebanon County: 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Aug. 19 at the Lebanon County Maintenance Office, 1445 Cumberland Street, Lebanon.  
• York County: 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Aug. 16 at the York County Maintenance Office, 1920 Susquehanna Trail North, York, PA 17404.