Tunnel Maintainer - PennDOT Winter Maintenance

Tunnel Maintainer - PennDOT Winter Maintenance

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Tunnel Maintainer - PennDOT Winter Maintenance

Salary

$25.47 Hourly

Location

Allegheny County, PA

Job Type

Non-Civil Service Seasonal Full-Time

Job Number

N-2026-57114

Department

Department of Transportation

Division

TR Tunnel Mntnc

Opening Date

08/26/2026

Closing Date

9/8/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

91410

Position Number

Multiple positions may be filled from this posting.

Union

AFSCME

Bargaining Unit

J1

Pay Group

ST04

Bureau / Division Code

00081130

Bureau / Division

Tunnels Organization

Worksite Address

45 Thoms Run Road

City

Bridgeville, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

15017

Contact Name

Brittanie Smith

Contact Phone

412.429.6041

Contact Email

[email protected]

• Description

• Benefits

• Questions

THE POSITION

Become a Tunnel Maintainer with the Department of Transportation and take on work that keeps vital roadways open and safe! This job places you at the center of important operations that help drivers and emergency crews when they need it most. You will stay active, learn valuable skills, and support daily travel for thousands of people. It is a rewarding role where your efforts help protect and serve your community!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position supports the safe and efficient movement of traffic through tunnels and nearby roadways by managing incidents, maintaining facilities, and monitoring conditions. As a Tunnel Maintainer, you will perform the following duties:

• Incident Response:Respond to traffic incidents, as well as assist motorists and first responders using tools, fire extinguishers, and equipment to restore normal traffic flow

• Tunnel Maintenance:Complete routine and emergency upkeep such as cleaning drainage systems, sweeping facilities, painting structures, and removing debris

• Condition Monitoring:Observe tunnel traffic, carbon monoxide levels, fire risks, and other abnormal situations to maintain safety

• Communication Skills:Use clear communication with coworkers and first responders by phone, radio, and in person to maintain awareness

• HOV Operations:Patrol high occupancy vehicle lanes, assist motorists, control traffic, and manually operate gates during opening and closing procedures

• Towing Tasks:Operate towing equipment to move disabled vehicles safely using hydraulic controls, chains, and slings

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Seasonal, full-time employment

• Work hours are varied and are based upon operational considerations. Shifts can range from the following, with a 30-minute lunch:

• 9:30 PM to 5:30 AM

• 5:30 AM to 1:30 PM

• 1:30 PM to 9:30 PM

• Travel, overtime and shift work required.

• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.

• 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:

• Two years of experience in roadway maintenance and repair, emergency services, towing and roadside assistance, or traffic control work;or

• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Special Requirements:

• All positions require possession of an active Medical Examiner’s Certificate in accordance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Regulations.

• All employees must demonstrate successful operation of equipment with a manual transmission.

• All employees must possess an active Pennsylvania Class A Commercial Driver’s License with the Air Brake Restriction (L) removed, or equivalent on their first day of employment.

• All employees must obtain within the probationary period an active certification issued by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation in the operation of heavy trucks and loaders.

• All positions in this job require additional certifications issued by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation on assigned pieces of equipment during the probationary period.

Additional Requirements:

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information.

• A conditional offer of employment will require a drug screening.

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.

• 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.

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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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*Eligibility rules apply.

01

Special Requirement- Do you possess an active Medical Examiner's Certificate in accordance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Regulations?

• Yes

• No

02

If you answered yes, please attach a copy of the medical examiners certificate. If you answered no, please type N/A in the text box below.

03

Special Requirement- Can you demonstrate successful operation of equipment with a manual transmission?

• Yes

• No

04

How many years of full-time experience in roadway maintenance and repair, emergency services, towing and roadside assistance, or traffic control work do you possess?

• 2 years or more

• 1 but less than 2 years

• Less than 1 year

• None

05

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 experience must also be included in the appropriate section of your application if you would like this experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

06

Have you completed any post-high school training in roadway maintenance and repair, emergency services, towing and roadside assistance, or traffic control work?

If you are claiming credits/training, you must upload a copy of your vocational/trade school/college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.

If you answer "Yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visitinghttps://www.naces.organd clicking the Evaluation Services link.

• Yes

• No

07

How much college coursework have you completed in roadway maintenance and repair, emergency services, towing and roadside assistance, or traffic control work?

If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.

If you answer "Yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visitinghttps://www.naces.organd clicking the Evaluation Services link.

• 60 credits or more

• 30 but less than 60 credits

• Less than 30 credits

• None

Required Question

Employer

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Address

613 North Street

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120

Website

http://www.employment.pa.gov