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Equipment Operator A - Southeastern Veterans' Center

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Equipment Operator A - Southeastern Veterans' Center

Salary

$36,108.00 - $53,105.00 Annually

Location

Chester County, PA

Job Type

Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time

Job Number

N-2026-39794

Department

Department of Military & Veterans Affairs

Division

MV Mntnc Sevc

Opening Date

01/08/2026

Closing Date

1/12/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

92100

Position Number

50663170

Union

AFSCME

Bargaining Unit

J1

Pay Group

ST03

Bureau / Division Code

00134530

Bureau / Division

Southeastern Veterans' Center / Maintenance

Worksite Address

1 Veterans Drive

City

Spring City, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

19475

Contact Name

Desiree Cortes

Contact Email

dcortes@pa.gov

• Description

• Benefits

• Questions

THE POSITION

Are you a skilled, reliable equipment operator ready to drive your career in a meaningful and rewarding direction? The Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Equipment Operator to join the Southeastern Veterans' Center team. In this vital role, you will operate a range of automotive equipment, including single-chassis trucks, passenger vans, and buses, to help provide smooth and safe transportation for those who have served our nation. If you are eager to take the next step in your career and make a real difference, apply today and become a valued member of our dedicated vehicle and equipment team!

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DESCRIPTION OF WORK

In this position, you will transport residents to medical appointments, treatments, transfers, and activities. You will also pick up and deliver materials, mail, supplies, medications, and blood samples. Responsibilities include moving materials for construction, groundskeeping, or general maintenance, as well as operating snow-removal and cinder-spreading equipment during inclement weather. You will conduct safety checks and inspections on vehicles and equipment before use and handle minor repairs and preventive maintenance. When not operating vehicles or equipment, you will assist with support tasks such as loading and unloading vehicles, cleaning work areas, maintaining equipment-use records and logs, and completing required forms and paperwork. All duties must be carried out in accordance with DMVA policies and general safety guidelines.

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Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week

• Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. You will work a flexible schedule which will include weekends and holidays as needed.

• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.

• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.

• 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 possess a valid Class C Pennsylvania driver's license.

Additional Requirement:

• 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 willnotbe 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 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.

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.

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Health & Wellness

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*

Compensation & Financial Planning

We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.

Work/Life Balance

We know there's more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*

Values and Culture

We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

Employee Perks

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*Eligibility rules apply.

01

Do you possess a current driver's license which is not under suspension?

• Yes

• No

  02

If you answered "Yes", please provide your driver's license number and expiration date. If you answered "No", type N/A in the text box below.

03

Do you possess six months or more of full-time 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?

• Yes

• No

  04

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

05

Have you completed a course in truck driving and the operation and repair of construction equipment with a commercial technical school?

• Yes

• No

  06

If you answered "Yes" to the above question, please provide the title of the course, the name of the institution with whom you completed the course, and the number of clock hours completed. If you answered "No", please enter N/A.

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Employer

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Address

613 North Street

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120

Website

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Work at office, Local area, Remote work, Monday to Friday, Flexible hours,

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