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PennDOT Winter Trades (Tradesman Helper/Semi-Skilled Laborer) 2025-2026

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PennDOT Winter Trades (Tradesman Helper/Semi-Skilled Laborer) 2025-2026

Salary

$18.46 Hourly

Location

Multi-County, PA

Job Type

Various Types

Job Number

25-26 DOT Winter Trades

Department

Department of Transportation

Opening Date

06/23/2025

Closing Date

3/31/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Contact Email

[email protected]

+ Description

+ Benefits

+ Questions

THE POSITION

Do you want to be part of a team tasked with keeping Pennsylvania's roads safe this winter? Are you hardworking and have experience conducting automotive or building maintenance? PennDOT is seekingWinter Tradesman Helpers and Winter Semi-Skilled Laborers who will play a crucial role in maintaining roads and facilities, utilizing your skills and expertise. Not only will you experience the fulfillment of serving the public, but you will also have the opportunity for professional growth and advancement within your career. Join us today and embrace the exciting journey that awaits you!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As aWinter Tradesman Helper, you will perform a variety of semi-skilled tasks assisting tradesman in motorized equipment maintenance and repair, building maintenance, and construction.

As aWinter Semi-Skilled Laborer, you will assist with building maintenance as well as act as a mechanic’s helper performing small repairs such as lubrication jobs, light repairs and tire changes, cleaning and painting equipment.

Opportunities are based on operational needs, so there may not be open positions for each job title in every county. To see counties where you might be interested in working, view PennDOT's District map (https://www.penndot.gov/RegionalOffices/Pages/default.aspx) .

Work Hours and Additional Information:

+ Salary:

+ Winter Tradesman Helpers earn $18.46, hourly.

+ Winter Semi-Skilled Laborers earn $18.46, hourly.

+ These are seasonal positions lasting from September through April, but there are frequent opportunities to obtain a permanent full-time position.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS - Winter Tradesman Helper

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

+ Previous experience working with mechanics is preferred but not required.

Necessary Special Requirements:

+ Certain positions may require possession of a valid PA non-commercial Class C driver’s license.

QUALIFICATIONS - Winter Semi-Skilled Laborer

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

+ One year of experience in laboring work including the use of tools and equipment used in maintenance or construction;or

+ An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Necessary Special Requirements:

+ Certain positions may require possession of a valid PA non-commercial Class C driver’s license.

Additional Requirement:

+ You must be able to perform essential job functions.

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).

+ If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

+ 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 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.

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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

Which job title do you want to apply for?(Select all that apply)

+ Winter Tradesman Helper

+ Winter Semi-Skilled Laborer

02

What type of Semi-Skilled Laborer experience and training do you have?(Select all that apply.)

+ One year of experience in laboring work including the use of tools and equipment used in maintenance or construction.

+ An equivalent combination of experience and training.

+ None

03

Which county do you prefer to work in?(Select only one.)

+ Adams

+ Allegheny

+ Armstrong

+ Beaver

+ Bedford

+ Berks

+ Blair

+ Bradford

+ Bucks

+ Butler

+ Cambria

+ Cameron

+ Carbon

+ Centre

+ Chester

+ Clarion

+ Clearfield

+ Clinton

+ Columbia

+ Crawford

+ Cumberland

+ Dauphin

+ Delaware

+ Elk

+ Erie

+ Fayette

+ Forest

+ Franklin

+ Fulton

+ Greene

+ Huntingdon

+ Indiana

+ Jefferson

+ Juniata

+ Lackawanna

+ Lancaster

+ Lawrence

+ Lebanon

+ Lehigh

+ Luzerne

+ Lycoming

+ McKean

+ Mercer

+ Mifflin

+ Monroe

+ Montgomery

+ Montour

+ Northampton

+ Northumberland

+ Perry

+ Philadelphia

+ Pike

+ Potter

+ Schuylkill

+ Snyder

+ Somerset

+ Sullivan

+ Susquehanna

+ Tioga

+ Union

+ Venango

+ Warren

+ Washington

+ Wayne

+ Westmoreland

+ Wyoming

+ York

04

Selectothercounties that you are willing to work in.(You may select more than one county.)

+ Adams

+ Allegheny

+ Armstrong

+ Beaver

+ Bedford

+ Berks

+ Blair

+ Bradford

+ Bucks

+ Butler

+ Cambria

+ Cameron

+ Carbon

+ Centre

+ Chester

+ Clarion

+ Clearfield

+ Clinton

+ Columbia

+ Crawford

+ Cumberland

+ Dauphin

+ Delaware

+ Elk

+ Erie

+ Fayette

+ Forest

+ Franklin

+ Fulton

+ Greene

+ Huntingdon

+ Indiana

+ Jefferson

+ Juniata

+ Lackawanna

+ Lancaster

+ Lawrence

+ Lebanon

+ Lehigh

+ Luzerne

+ Lycoming

+ McKean

+ Mercer

+ Mifflin

+ Monroe

+ Montgomery

+ Montour

+ Northampton

+ Northumberland

+ Perry

+ Philadelphia

+ Pike

+ Potter

+ Schuylkill

+ Snyder

+ Somerset

+ Sullivan

+ Susquehanna

+ Tioga

+ Union

+ Venango

+ Warren

+ Washington

+ Wayne

+ Westmoreland

+ Wyoming

+ York

Required Question

Employer

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Address

613 North Street

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120

Website

http://www.employment.pa.gov