THE POSITION

As an Equipment Operator A with the Department of Human Services at Wernersville State Hospital, you will help keep campus operations running smoothly. This role lets you work with many types of equipment while providing important transportation services. Your efforts help maintain safe grounds and steady movement of supplies and materials. Be part of a dependable team that takes pride in supporting the hospital community.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position plays an important role in providing transportation services and supporting maintenance work across the hospital grounds. The work involves operating a variety of equipment while helping keep the campus safe, clean, and organized. 

As an Equipment Operator A, you will perform the following duties:

• Vehicle Operation: Operate buses, trucks, vans, tractors, and other equipment to support hospital transportation needs
• Grounds Maintenance: Use mowers and related equipment to maintain safe and well-kept outdoor areas
• Material Transport: Move consumers, employees, supplies, food, and equipment both on and off the hospital grounds
• Equipment Care: Complete safety checks, clean vehicles, and perform minor maintenance tasks to keep equipment in good condition
• Snow Removal: Operate plows, blowers, and de-icing equipment to maintain safe travel during winter conditions
• General Labor: Load materials, clean outdoor areas, and assist with tasks that support facility upkeep

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 per week
• Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, with a 30-minute lunch. 
  • Weekend shifts are required every third or fourth week. 
  • Your schedule may change based on operational needs.
• Overtime as needed and subject to emergency call-in
• FREE PARKING!
• The Department of Human Services provides excellent benefits, pay increases, paid leave and holidays, as well as opportunities for career advancement.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position. 
• Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $36,831.00 (before taxes).
• 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:

• Six months experience in the operation and maintenance of large vans, buses and single-chassis trucks with a gross vehicle weight of 10,001 pounds or more; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training

Special Requirement:

• You must have possession of a valid Class C Pennsylvania driver's license.

Condition of Employment:

• This position requires the selected candidate to obtain a commercial driver's license (CDL) within the probationary period, in order to meet operational needs.

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 Guidelines.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination.
• This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act.
  • Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance.