Equipment Operator A - Torrance State Hospital

Put your skills in gear with our transportation team! Torrance State Hospital is looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Equipment Operator A to perform various tasks in the operation and maintenance of automotive equipment. Your contributions will be key to managing the hospital's transportation logistics and overall operational success. Apply today to become an integral part of Torrance State Hospital's transportation crew and make a difference in the lives of consumers and staff!

As an Equipment Operator A, you will be responsible for operating various types of equipment used for transportation, construction, and maintenance work. Your duties will include operating cars and wheelchair vans, as well as transporting items such as food, medicine, equipment, and laundry. You will also be responsible for performing safety checks on equipment, operating snow plows and salt spreaders, and using groundskeeping equipment. In addition, you will be required to perform manual labor, use hand tools, and perform minor repairs. It will be important that you demonstrate proper operation of equipment and attend any necessary training to ensure safe and efficient use of the equipment.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week
• Work hours are as follows: 7 days working 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM with 2 weekend days off, then 3 days working 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM with 2 weekdays off.
• Overtime as operationally necessary and subject to emergency call-in
• Travel as needed
• 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.

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 Requirement:

• You must possess of a valid Class C Pennsylvania driver's license.

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.

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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.

• 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/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.