Equipment Operator B - Danville State Hospital

Montour County

Tuesday, 21 April 2026

Bring your experience in equipment operation to the Department of Human Services! Danville State Hospital is seeking a skilled and motivated Equipment Operator B to support the maintenance and operation of the facility transportation department. If you are looking forward to using your expertise to make a difference in the lives of others, apply today! DESCRIPTION OF WORK In this position, you will operate a variety of medium weight, single chassis vehicles and maintenance equipment on and off the hospital grounds in support of various hospital programs, services, and functions. Your work will involve operating equipment to meet transportation needs and provide general maintenance and construction material support, as well as seasonal snow and ice removal services. You will provide patient transportation services to various functional areas of the hospital, as well as off hospital grounds. Some of your duties will include delivering items, operating equipment for groundskeeping, and performing preventative maintenance. Additionally, you assist the mechanics in repairs and maintain vehicle and equipment records. 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 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. This may change based on operational needs. Travel and overtime as needed. Free parking! 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:One year of experience as an Equipment Operator A (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or. Two years of experience in the operation of heavy construction and specialized maintenance equipment used at this level with a gross vehicle weight of 32,001 pounds or more; or. Any equivalent combination of experience or training. Special Requirements:This position requires possession of a valid Class C Pennsylvania driver's license. Conditions of Employment:This position requires possession of a Class B commercial driver's license (CDL) with passenger and air brake endorsements. Other Requirements:You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and 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). 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 for additional information.

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