PennDOT Now Accepting Applications for 2026-27 Winter Maintenance Jobs

OIL CITY, Pa. (EYT) — The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is accepting applications for seasonal positions in its 2026-27 Winter Maintenance Program across northwestern Pennsylvania.

PennDOT District 1, which serves Crawford, Erie, Forest, Mercer, Venango and Warren counties, is hiring for a variety of positions that will run from September through April.

Available positions include:

  • Winter CDL Equipment Operators
  • Winter Dispatchers
  • Winter Mechanics
  • Winter Tradesman Helpers/Semi-Skilled Laborers

PennDOT said the seasonal positions offer an opportunity to earn extra income during the winter months while also providing experience that could lead to future permanent employment. Position availability varies by county based on operational needs…

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