Reference #: 4519780 THE POSITION If you are a dedicated and skilled equipment operator who is passionate about serving others, this job is for you! As a leading organization in the Department of Human Services, Wernersville State Hospital is seeking to fill vacancies for full-time equipment operators to support the maintenance and operation of the facility. Join the Wernersville State Hospital team with this exciting career opportunity!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK As an Equipment Operator A, you will be responsible for operating equipment with a gross vehicle weight of up to 32,000 pounds. You will drive vans, buses, and other vehicles to ensure the safe and efficient transportation of our consumers, staff, equipment, and supplies on and off campus. You will also operate construction equipment such as tractors, dump trucks, skid loaders, and snow plows, as well as perform general maintenance and cleaning to equipment when necessary.

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment Work hours are 6:45 AM to 2:45 PM, 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, and 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, working every 3rd or 4th weekend, with a 30-minute lunch. Overtime: As needed and subject to emergency call-in May change based on operational needs. The Department of Human Services provides excellent benefits, pay increases, paid leave and holidays, as well as opportunities for career advancement.

FREE PARKING! Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. More than one position may be filled from this posting. 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 be in 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.

Other Requirements: You must meet thePA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the linkand click on Residency. 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.

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. o 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.

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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.

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.

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.