Equipment Operator A - Wernersville State Hospital

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　　Equipment Operator A - Wernersville State Hospital

　　Salary

　　$34,621.00 - $50,915.00 Annually

　　Location

　　Berks County, PA

　　Job Type

　　Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

　　Job Number

　　CS-2024-74166-92100

　　Department

　　Department of Human Services

　　Division

　　HS Wernersville St Hosp

　　Opening Date

　　01/23/2024

　　Closing Date

　　2/6/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

　　Job Code

　　92100

　　Position Number

　　50267545

　　Union

　　AFSCME

　　Bargaining Unit

　　J1

　　Pay Group

　　ST03

　　Bureau / Division Code

　　00210781

　　Bureau / Division

　　Department of Human Services/Wernersville State Hospital

　　Worksite Address

　　160 Main Street

　　City

　　Wernersville, Pennsylvania

　　Zip Code

　　19565

　　Contact Name

　　HHS Intake

　　Contact Email

　　[email protected]

　　Description

　　Benefits

　　Questions

　　THE POSITION

　　If you are a dedicated and skilled equipment operator who is passionate about serving others, this job is for you! Wernersville State Hospital is seeking an equipment operator to support the maintenance and operation of the facility. Join the Wernersville State Hospital team with this exciting career opportunity! The Department of Human Services provides excellent benefits, pay increases, paid leave and holidays, as well as opportunities for career advancement.

　　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; operate construction equipment such as tractors, dump trucks, skid loaders, and snow plows; and 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 (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD_NEOGOV.asp?p=50267545) .

　　Work Schedule and Additional Information:

　　Full-time employment

　　Work hours are as follows:

　　6:45 AM to 2:45 PM

　　7:00 AM to 3:00 PM

　　8:00 AM to 4:00 PM

　　Work schedule includes working every third or fourth weekend, with 30-minute lunch.

　　Overtime as needed and subject to emergency call-ins

　　Work schedule may change based on operational need.

　　Free parking!

　　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 Requirements:

　　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 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.

　　You must be able to perform essential job functions.

　　Legal Requirements:

　　A conditional offer of employment will require satisfactory completion of 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).

　　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 will 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 www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at [email protected] .

　　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.

　　Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this shortvideo (https://www.youtube.com/embed/HtcSRnndflc?rel=0) !

　　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, six 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

　　Details - 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

　　Agency

　　Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

　　Address

　　613 North Street

　　Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120

　　Website

　　http://www.employment.pa.gov