Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Equipment Operator A - Wernersville State Hospital
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Phila, Pennsylvania, United States
Equipment Operator A – Wernersville State Hospital
The Department of Human Services, Wernersville State Hospital, is seeking an Equipment Operator A to support facility operations by providing transportation services. This position offers an opportunity to use specialized skills to ensure safe and efficient functioning of our State Mental Health Hospital.
Responsibilities
Provide on‑grounds transportation for consumers and other duties as assigned.
Operate a variety of equipment and vehicles to transport supplies, maintain ground safety and appearance, and perform snow and ice removal.
Complete general maintenance of equipment and vehicles, including interior and exterior cleaning, waxing, minor repairs, preventive maintenance, and assistance with major repairs.
Perform safety checks and inspections of equipment prior to departure to maintain compliance with DOT regulations.
Perform manual work with powered and non‑powered tools, loading and unloading trucks, cleaning streets and catch basins, and cutting and trimming grass and brush.
Work Schedule
Full‑time employment.
Work hours 7:00 AM–3:00 PM, every 3rd or 4th weekend, 30‑minute lunch.
Telework not available.
Overtime may be required and subject to emergency call‑in.
Compensation Start salary may be non‑negotiable.
Qualifications
Six months experience operating and maintaining large vans, buses, and single‑chassis trucks with GVW ≥10,001 lbs or equivalent combination of experience and training.
Valid Class C Pennsylvania driver’s license.
Will obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) within the probationary period.
Must meet PA residency requirement.
Must be able to perform essential job functions.
Conditional offer requires medical examination.
Legal & EEO Statements The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion and 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. This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act, and a conditional offer requires satisfactory criminal history reports.
Veterans
Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. § 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. For more information 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.
Application Process
Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed; supporting documentation must be provided on the application.
Submit application by the posting closing date; late applications and missing materials will not be accepted.
Information to support eligibility must be submitted on the application form.
Exam Information
Completing the application and supplemental questions serves as the exam. No separate test is required.
Score is based on information provided and is valid only for this posting.
Inaccurate information may lower score or lead to disqualification.
Applicants may apply/test only once for this posting.
Results will be sent via email.
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Responsibilities
Provide on‑grounds transportation for consumers and other duties as assigned.
Operate a variety of equipment and vehicles to transport supplies, maintain ground safety and appearance, and perform snow and ice removal.
Complete general maintenance of equipment and vehicles, including interior and exterior cleaning, waxing, minor repairs, preventive maintenance, and assistance with major repairs.
Perform safety checks and inspections of equipment prior to departure to maintain compliance with DOT regulations.
Perform manual work with powered and non‑powered tools, loading and unloading trucks, cleaning streets and catch basins, and cutting and trimming grass and brush.
Work Schedule
Full‑time employment.
Work hours 7:00 AM–3:00 PM, every 3rd or 4th weekend, 30‑minute lunch.
Telework not available.
Overtime may be required and subject to emergency call‑in.
Compensation Start salary may be non‑negotiable.
Qualifications
Six months experience operating and maintaining large vans, buses, and single‑chassis trucks with GVW ≥10,001 lbs or equivalent combination of experience and training.
Valid Class C Pennsylvania driver’s license.
Will obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) within the probationary period.
Must meet PA residency requirement.
Must be able to perform essential job functions.
Conditional offer requires medical examination.
Legal & EEO Statements The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion and 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. This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act, and a conditional offer requires satisfactory criminal history reports.
Veterans
Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. § 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. For more information 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.
Application Process
Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed; supporting documentation must be provided on the application.
Submit application by the posting closing date; late applications and missing materials will not be accepted.
Information to support eligibility must be submitted on the application form.
Exam Information
Completing the application and supplemental questions serves as the exam. No separate test is required.
Score is based on information provided and is valid only for this posting.
Inaccurate information may lower score or lead to disqualification.
Applicants may apply/test only once for this posting.
Results will be sent via email.
#J-18808-Ljbffr