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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Equipment Operator A - Wernersville State Hospital in Pennsylvania
Equipment Operator A - Wernersville State Hospital
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Equipment Operator A - Wernersville State Hospital
Salary
$36,108.00 - $53,105.00 Annually
Location
Berks County, PA
Job Type
Civil Service Permanent Full-Time
Job Number
CS-2026-47046-92100
Department
Department of Human Services
Division
HS Wernersville St Hosp
Opening Date
04/14/2026
Closing Date
4/27/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code
92100
Position Number
Multiple positions may be filled from this posting.
Union
AFSCME
Bargaining Unit
J1
Pay Group
ST03
Bureau / Division Code
00210781
Bureau / Division
Wernersville State Hospital
Worksite Address
160 Main Street
City
Wernersville, Pennsylvania
Zip Code
19565
Contact Name
Talent Management Section
Contact Email
ra-oahhsintakesec@pa.gov
Description
Benefits
Questions
THE POSITION
Are you a skilled and reliable equipment operator looking for a meaningful job that helps keep important facilities running well? The Department of Human Services is seeking motivated and energetic Equipment Operators to join the support services team at Wernersville State Hospital. In this role, you will use your experience with different types of equipment and machinery to maintain the safety, efficiency, and overall condition of the hospital’s buildings and grounds. If you are self-driven, dependable, and able to work both independently and with a team, this position offers a strong opportunity to grow your career while making a real impact!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As an Equipment Operator A, your primary responsibility will be providing transportation for consumers, along with performing other assigned duties as needed. This role involves operating a variety of vehicles and equipment to transport supplies, maintain the grounds in a safe and visually appealing condition, and carry out snow and ice removal. You will be responsible for routine maintenance of equipment and vehicles, including cleaning interiors and exteriors, waxing, performing minor repairs, conducting preventive maintenance, and assisting the automotive mechanic with more complex repairs when necessary. Prior to leaving the grounds, you will be expected to complete safety checks and equipment inspections to ensure compliance with Department of Transportation regulations. Additionally, you will perform manual tasks using both powered and non-powered tools, load and unload trucks, clean streets and catch basins, and maintain landscaped areas by cutting and trimming grass and brush.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD_NEOGOV.asp?p=00068745) .
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. 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
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 $36,108.00 (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 (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) 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.
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.
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 (https://www.pa.gov/agencies/hrmoa/resources/generative-ai-hiring-guidance) for additional information.
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 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.
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.
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/testoncefor this posting.
Your results will be provided via email.
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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
Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.
*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 the license number and expiration date. If you answered no, type N/A in the text box below.
03
Do you have six months or more 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.
07
CS-INSTRUCTIONS - You must complete the supplemental question(s) below. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. You must complete the application and answer the supplemental question(s). Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.
All information you provide on your application and supplemental question(s) is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty.
Read the question(s) carefully. Determine and select the option that most closely represents your level of experience/training. The option you choose must be clearly supported if requested.
In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.
If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.
If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to ourFAQ page (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) .
Yes
08
EXPERIENCE - SINGLE-CHASSIS TRUCKS
Do you have 6 months or more full-time experience in the operation of single-chassis trucks with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of at least 10,001 pounds?
A. Yes
B. No
09
In the textbox below, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience. If you are claiming that you do not have 6 months of fulltime experience operating this equipment, please type N/A.
10
EXPERIENCE - PASSENGER BUSES
Do you have 6 months or more full-time experience in the operation of passenger buses having a capacity of more than 10 passengers?
A. Yes
B. No
11
In the textbox below, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience. If you are claiming that you do not have 6 months of fulltime experience operating this equipment, please type N/A.
12
EXPERIENCE - FRONT-END LOADERS
Do you have 6 months or more full-time experience in the operation of front-end loaders or high-lifts?
A. Yes
B. No
13
In the textbox below, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience. If you are claiming that you do not have 6 months of fulltime experience operating this equipment, please type N/A.
14
EXPERIENCE - BACKHOES
Do you have 6 months or more full-time experience in the operation of backhoes?
A. Yes
B. No
15
In the textbox below, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience. If you are claiming that you do not have 6 months of fulltime experience operating this equipment, please type N/A.
16
EXPERIENCE - TRACTOR-MOUNTED GRASS/BRUSH CUTTERS
Do you have 6 months or more full-time experience in the operation of tractor-mounted grass/brush cutters of any size?
Yes
No
17
In the textbox below, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience. If you are claiming that you do not have 6 months of fulltime experience operating this equipment, please type N/A.
18
EXPERIENCE - SKID STEERS
Do you have 6 months or more full-time experience in the operation of skid steers?
A. Yes
B. No
19
In the textbox below, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience. If you are claiming that you do not have 6 months of fulltime experience operating this equipment, please type N/A.
20
EXPERIENCE - FORKLIFTS
Do you have 6 months or more full-time experience in the operation of fork lifts?
A. Yes
B. No
21
In the textbox below, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience. If you are claiming that you do not have 6 months of fulltime experience operating this equipment, please type N/A.
22
EXPERIENCE - TRUCK-MOUNTED HYDRAULIC DRIVEN ATTACHMENTS
Do you have 6 months or more full-time experience in the operation of truck-mounted hydraulic driven attachments?
Yes
No
23
In the textbox below, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience. If you are claiming that you do not have 6 months of fulltime experience operating this equipment, please type N/A.
24
TRAINING
Have you SUCCESSFULLY completed a formal training course and/or program (i.e., any course or instructional program which included both classroom lecture and instructor guided experience) in the operation of any of the equipment listed in the previous questions?Include all formal training time. Uncompleted courses and/or programs are NOT acceptable.
A. Over 6 months training
B. 4 to 6 months training
C. 1 to 3 months training
D. No training
25
TRAINING DETAILS
Please list the title of each course and the name of the employer and/or training institution under which you completed this training. If you are not claiming training, type N/A.
Required Question
Employer
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Address
613 North Street
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120
Website
http://www.employment.pa.gov