Seasonal CDL Operator

About the Department

Position Duties

• Operates light equipment such as street sweeper, bucket truck, chipper, street flusher, belt loader, sandblaster, rubber tire roller, compressor truck, rubber tire loader, mist/straw blower, stump remover, dump truck (6 wheel), and 20-yard packer. Operates dump truck (single axle), crew cab dump truck (single axle), to transport personnel and materials to and from job sites, and assist in loading and unloading materials and equipment from vehicles. Operates air compressor, five (5) ton rollers, asphalt curb machine, tractor mower, flail mower in connection with construction or maintenance projects. Participates in work-site safety set-up, e.g., setting barricades and cones, prepping for excavation, assisting with utility locates and prepping for confined space entry; use traffic control techniques to control high/low-speed vehicular traffic movement; maintain tools, equipment, and vehicles for ensuring availability of equipment. Maintains records and prepare reports through the completion of daily work logs and work order forms. Checks vehicle daily to include interior/exterior cleaning duties, tires and air pressure, engine fluid/hydraulic fluid levels and adjusts levels to meet prescribed standards. Performs pre and post-trip inspections to ensure equipment is in safe operating condition and assist crew members in performing semi-skilled tasks. Assists with preventive maintenance. Performs duties of a general laborer in maintenance and construction when not operating equipment; Participates as an essential employee in the Department's Snow and Ice Control Program and other emergency or special activities; and, Performs other tasks and duties assigned, which may not be specifically listed in the position description; however, are within the general occupational category and responsibility level typically associated with the employee's class of work. Ability to use a computer and apply relevant software applications. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. Required Emergency Operations: Participates as an essential employee in the Department's Snow and Ice Control Program and other emergency or special activities. In preparation for weather emergencies/during weather emergencies, assists Tool Room staff with the removal and attachment of plow blades and pins. Promptly responds to assigned tasks when notified of reporting requirement for inclement weather/emergency conditions operations. Operates 4x4 truck with blade and spreader during snow removal operations. Operates equipment with spreader and/or snowplow and effectively removes snow and ice from assigned area. Safely operates vehicles/equipment according to weather and road conditions. Accurately reads maps to confirm that assigned area is plowed in proper order and no roads are missed. Removes snow from County sidewalks, curbs, gutters, and other areas, then applies sand and/or salt to icy areas as directed.
• Operates light equipment such as street sweeper, bucket truck, chipper, street flusher, belt loader, sandblaster, rubber tire roller, compressor truck, rubber tire loader, mist/straw blower, stump remover, dump truck (6 wheel), and 20-yard packer.
• Operates dump truck (single axle), crew cab dump truck (single axle), to transport personnel and materials to and from job sites, and assist in loading and unloading materials and equipment from vehicles.
• Operates air compressor, five (5) ton rollers, asphalt curb machine, tractor mower, flail mower in connection with construction or maintenance projects.
• Participates in work-site safety set-up, e.g., setting barricades and cones, prepping for excavation, assisting with utility locates and prepping for confined space entry; use traffic control techniques to control high/low-speed vehicular traffic movement; maintain tools, equipment, and vehicles for ensuring availability of equipment.
• Maintains records and prepare reports through the completion of daily work logs and work order forms.
• Checks vehicle daily to include interior/exterior cleaning duties, tires and air pressure, engine fluid/hydraulic fluid levels and adjusts levels to meet prescribed standards.
• Performs pre and post-trip inspections to ensure equipment is in safe operating condition and assist crew members in performing semi-skilled tasks.
• Assists with preventive maintenance.
• Performs duties of a general laborer in maintenance and construction when not operating equipment;
• Participates as an essential employee in the Department's Snow and Ice Control Program and other emergency or special activities; and,
• Performs other tasks and duties assigned, which may not be specifically listed in the position description; however, are within the general occupational category and responsibility level typically associated with the employee's class of work.
• Ability to use a computer and apply relevant software applications.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Required Emergency Operations

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: Completion of a standard grade school course One (1) year experience operating light power equipment A valid Class A, Class B or equivalent commercial driver's license (CDL) with mandatory endorsements is required Must have a Department of Transportation (DOT) medical exam EACH APPLICATION MUST INCLUDE INFORMATION THAT CLEARLY DEMONSTRATES THE ABOVE QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION
• Completion of a standard grade school course
• One (1) year experience operating light power equipment
• A valid Class A, Class B or equivalent commercial driver's license (CDL) with mandatory endorsements is required
• Must have a Department of Transportation (DOT) medical exam
• EACH APPLICATION MUST INCLUDE INFORMATION THAT CLEARLY DEMONSTRATES THE ABOVE QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION

Other Qualifications

• Salary Range Transparency : The salary range listed in this announcement reflects the anticipated offer range for this position. Offers made within this range are based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity. Job Location: Forestville, Glendale or Brandywine Facility Tentative Interview Dates : October 7-15, 2026. Please note that interview dates are subject to change and only selected candidates will receive confirmation and additional details. Conditions of Employment: Upon selection, the candidate must (where applicable): Meet all training and performance standards and demonstrate proficiency as required by the agency. Must successfully complete equipment/vehicle performance testing for equipment vehicles associated with this class. Wear and use agency protective apparel and equipment in the performance of their assigned duties. Successfully pass preemployment checks which may include reference checks, background investigations, and drug screenings. Be willing and able to serve as an essential employee in the department's Snow and Ice Control Program and during other emergency/special activities as assigned. This position is essential. Essential employees are expected to report during standard or non-standard hours as operations necessitate, or during emergencies. Essential employees are expected to report or remain at work when other County employees are granted Administrative Leave.

Salary Range Transparency

• The salary range listed in this announcement reflects the anticipated offer range for this position. Offers made within this range are based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity.
• Job Location: Forestville, Glendale or Brandywine Facility
• Tentative Interview Dates : October 7-15, 2026. Please note that interview dates are subject to change and only selected candidates will receive confirmation and additional details. Conditions of Employment: Upon selection, the candidate must (where applicable):
• Meet all training and performance standards and demonstrate proficiency as required by the agency.
• Must successfully complete equipment/vehicle performance testing for equipment vehicles associated with this class.
• Wear and use agency protective apparel and equipment in the performance of their assigned duties.
• Successfully pass preemployment checks which may include reference checks, background investigations, and drug screenings.
• Be willing and able to serve as an essential employee in the department's Snow and Ice Control Program and during other emergency/special activities as assigned.
• This position is essential. Essential employees are expected to report during standard or non-standard hours as operations necessitate, or during emergencies. Essential employees are expected to report or remain at work when other County employees are granted Administrative Leave.

Benefits

• General Plan Information: The Prince George’s County benefits plan year is from January 1 to December 31. A spouse (to include a same sex spouse) can be added to the health benefit plans. A marriage certificate and social security number is required to add a spouse. Children under the age of 26 are eligible for coverage under the health benefit plans. This includes stepchildren and children of the same-sex spouse. A birth certificate(s) and social security number(s) is required to add a child(ren). If you are only adding the stepchildren or child(ren) of a same-sex spouse, you will need to submit a marriage certificate. You will also need to submit the birth certificate of the child(ren) and your spouse must be listed as a parent. The premiums for health benefits are deducted on a pre-tax basis with the exception of Long-Term Disability, Extra Life Insurance and Voluntary Benefits (Short-Term Disability, Whole Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, Cancer Indemnity, Hospital Indemnity Protection, Accident Indemnity Plan, Supplemental Dental and Group Legal Services). New employees must enroll in the County’s health benefit plans within thirty (30) days of the hire date. The effective date of the health benefits coverage is the beginning of the month following a waiting period of forty-five (45) days from the date of hire. After enrolling in the County’s benefit plans, employees may only make changes to the plans either during the open enrollment period, which occurs annually (usually each October), and/or during the year, due to a family status change (i.e., marriage, births, divorce and adoption). Employee Benefits Prince George’s County is proud to offer employees an attractive and comprehensive benefits program, including the following: Medical/Prescription/Dental/Vision Insurance Coverage (part time employees are eligible for medical insurance if they work 15 + hours, per week) Group Term Life Insurance Long & Short-Term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts Dependent Care Assistance Program Health Care Flexible Spending Account Paid Leave (Annual, Personal, & Sick) 13 Paid Holidays Retirement Benefits Defined Benefit Pension Plan Employer Contribution Rate-11.71% Supplemental Pension Plan Employee Contribution Rate (Pre-Tax)-3.48% 457(b) 403(b) Employee Discounts Employee Assistance Program Voluntary Benefits Critical Illness Whole Life Insurance Accident Insurance Legal Services For additional details, please visit: https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/human-resources-management/employees/benefits
• The Prince George’s County benefits plan year is from January 1 to December 31.
• A spouse (to include a same sex spouse) can be added to the health benefit plans. A marriage certificate and social security number is required to add a spouse.
• Children under the age of 26 are eligible for coverage under the health benefit plans. This includes stepchildren and children of the same-sex spouse. A birth certificate(s) and social security number(s) is required to add a child(ren). If you are only adding the stepchildren or child(ren) of a same-sex spouse, you will need to submit a marriage certificate. You will also need to submit the birth certificate of the child(ren) and your spouse must be listed as a parent.
• The premiums for health benefits are deducted on a pre-tax basis with the exception of Long-Term Disability, Extra Life Insurance and Voluntary Benefits (Short-Term Disability, Whole Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, Cancer Indemnity, Hospital Indemnity Protection, Accident Indemnity Plan, Supplemental Dental and Group Legal Services).
• New employees must enroll in the County’s health benefit plans within thirty (30) days of the hire date.
• The effective date of the health benefits coverage is the beginning of the month following a waiting period of forty-five (45) days from the date of hire.
• After enrolling in the County’s benefit plans, employees may only make changes to the plans either during the open enrollment period, which occurs annually (usually each October), and/or during the year, due to a family status change (i.e., marriage, births, divorce and adoption).
• Medical/Prescription/Dental/Vision Insurance Coverage (part time employees are eligible for medical insurance if they work 15 + hours, per week) Group Term Life Insurance Long & Short-Term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts Dependent Care Assistance Program Health Care Flexible Spending Account Paid Leave (Annual, Personal, & Sick) 13 Paid Holidays Retirement Benefits Defined Benefit Pension Plan Employer Contribution Rate-11.71% Supplemental Pension Plan Employee Contribution Rate (Pre-Tax)-3.48% 457(b) 403(b) Employee Discounts Employee Assistance Program Voluntary Benefits Critical Illness Whole Life Insurance Accident Insurance Legal Services
• Group Term Life Insurance Long & Short-Term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts Dependent Care Assistance Program Health Care Flexible Spending Account Paid Leave (Annual, Personal, & Sick) 13 Paid Holidays Retirement Benefits Defined Benefit Pension Plan Employer Contribution Rate-11.71% Supplemental Pension Plan Employee Contribution Rate (Pre-Tax)-3.48% 457(b) 403(b) Employee Discounts Employee Assistance Program Voluntary Benefits Critical Illness Whole Life Insurance Accident Insurance Legal Services
• Long & Short-Term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts Dependent Care Assistance Program Health Care Flexible Spending Account Paid Leave (Annual, Personal, & Sick) 13 Paid Holidays Retirement Benefits Defined Benefit Pension Plan Employer Contribution Rate-11.71% Supplemental Pension Plan Employee Contribution Rate (Pre-Tax)-3.48% 457(b) 403(b) Employee Discounts Employee Assistance Program Voluntary Benefits Critical Illness Whole Life Insurance Accident Insurance Legal Services
• Flexible Spending Accounts Dependent Care Assistance Program Health Care Flexible Spending Account Paid Leave (Annual, Personal, & Sick) 13 Paid Holidays Retirement Benefits Defined Benefit Pension Plan Employer Contribution Rate-11.71% Supplemental Pension Plan Employee Contribution Rate (Pre-Tax)-3.48% 457(b) 403(b) Employee Discounts Employee Assistance Program Voluntary Benefits Critical Illness Whole Life Insurance Accident Insurance Legal Services
• Dependent Care Assistance Program Health Care Flexible Spending Account
• Health Care Flexible Spending Account
• Paid Leave (Annual, Personal, & Sick) 13 Paid Holidays Retirement Benefits Defined Benefit Pension Plan Employer Contribution Rate-11.71% Supplemental Pension Plan Employee Contribution Rate (Pre-Tax)-3.48% 457(b) 403(b) Employee Discounts Employee Assistance Program Voluntary Benefits Critical Illness Whole Life Insurance Accident Insurance Legal Services
• 13 Paid Holidays Retirement Benefits Defined Benefit Pension Plan Employer Contribution Rate-11.71% Supplemental Pension Plan Employee Contribution Rate (Pre-Tax)-3.48% 457(b) 403(b) Employee Discounts Employee Assistance Program Voluntary Benefits Critical Illness Whole Life Insurance Accident Insurance Legal Services
• Retirement Benefits Defined Benefit Pension Plan Employer Contribution Rate-11.71% Supplemental Pension Plan Employee Contribution Rate (Pre-Tax)-3.48% 457(b) 403(b) Employee Discounts Employee Assistance Program Voluntary Benefits Critical Illness Whole Life Insurance Accident Insurance Legal Services
• Defined Benefit Pension Plan Employer Contribution Rate-11.71% Supplemental Pension Plan Employee Contribution Rate (Pre-Tax)-3.48% 457(b) 403(b)
• Employer Contribution Rate-11.71%
• Supplemental Pension Plan Employee Contribution Rate (Pre-Tax)-3.48% 457(b) 403(b)
• Employee Contribution Rate (Pre-Tax)-3.48%
• 457(b) 403(b)
• 403(b)
• Employee Discounts Employee Assistance Program Voluntary Benefits Critical Illness Whole Life Insurance Accident Insurance Legal Services
• Employee Assistance Program Voluntary Benefits Critical Illness Whole Life Insurance Accident Insurance Legal Services
• Voluntary Benefits Critical Illness Whole Life Insurance Accident Insurance Legal Services
• Critical Illness Whole Life Insurance Accident Insurance Legal Services
• Whole Life Insurance Accident Insurance Legal Services
• Accident Insurance Legal Services
• Legal Services

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