Equipment Operator A

THE POSITION

The Equipment Operator A position at the Southwestern Veterans’ Center gives you the chance to support residents by providing safe and reliable transportation. This role keeps you active as you operate vehicles, assist with trips, and help move important materials. You work as part of a team that values service, care, and responsibility. Join a workplace where your efforts help the entire community run smoothly—apply today!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position supports the transportation needs of the facility by safely operating various vehicles and assisting with daily operational tasks. It ensures residents and materials are moved efficiently while maintaining safety and care. As an Equipment Operator A, you will perform the following duties:

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  Transportation Services: Operate cars, vans, buses, and other vehicles to transport residents to appointments, activities, and destinations
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  Safety Procedures: Check locking devices on residents and equipment to ensure safe travel before moving vehicles
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  Material Delivery: Pick up and deliver mail, supplies, samples, and other materials locally and long distance
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  Vehicle Maintenance: Perform basic repairs, inspections, cleaning, and preventive maintenance on vehicles and equipment
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  Snow Operations: Operate snow removal and cinder spreading equipment during inclement weather
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  Support Tasks: Assist with departmental duties such as loading vehicles, maintaining records, and completing paperwork

• Full-time employment (37.5 hours per week)
• Work hours are 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (1st shift), rotating weekends and holidays, with a 30-minute lunch.
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  Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
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  Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
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  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.

• You must possess a valid Class B or higher Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with passenger endorsement.

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination and drug screening.
• 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).
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
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  Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
• All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.

• 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 www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

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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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