Posted: Feb 1, 2026
About the position The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is offering a Summer Employment Program for hard-working individuals seeking temporary positions from early April through October. This program provides opportunities for various roles, including custodial work, highway maintenance, semi-skilled labor, and transportation equipment operation, with the potential for promotion into permanent positions. Candidates will work in an active, fast-paced environment, often outdoors, and may face adverse weather conditions. Responsibilities Perform cleaning tasks as a Custodial Worker, including washing, waxing, dusting, and sanitizing facilities. , Assist in highway maintenance and construction projects as a Highway Maintenance Worker, including erecting and maintaining traffic signs. , Conduct manual labor in construction and maintenance projects as a Semi-Skilled Laborer. , Operate transportation equipment and perform duties such as traffic control and equipment repair as a CDL Operator. Requirements Previous custodial and janitorial experience preferred for Custodial Worker positions. , Ability to lift and move heavy objects of reasonable weight for all positions. , One year of experience in laboring work for Semi-Skilled Laborer positions. , Successful completion of the Transportation Equipment Operator Trainee Program or equivalent for CDL Operator positions. Nice-to-haves Experience operating trucks/equipment used for highway and bridge maintenance and construction. , Vocational training in building and construction work, maintenance, or custodial work. Benefits Competitive hourly wages based on position. , Potential for promotion into permanent positions after the summer program. Apply Job!