Do you have expertise in highway construction projects and the requirements for their successful completion? If so, the Department of Transportation offers an excellent chance for you to expand your skills and experience by taking on ourTransportation Construction Inspector position.In this role, you will conduct various technical inspections of materials and workmanship on highway construction projects in Engineering District 2-0, ensuring compliance with approved construction codes, plans, standards, and specifications. Do not miss this thrilling opportunity to elevate your construction career with us!DESCRIPTION OF WORKIn this position, you will be tasked with overseeing all aspects of transportation construction activities. You will also support the verification of grades, elevations, and the layout of structures and roadways in collaboration with contractors and surveyors. It is crucial to evaluate the installation of materials, including cement concrete, bituminous concrete, drainage components, and other relevant materials. Conduct compaction testing using visual non-movement methods on sub-surface layers, soils, and aggregates. Engage with Department personnel, various federal, state, and local agencies, legislators, and the public to facilitate the successful management of projects. You will be responsible for maintaining a master diary, performing mathematical calculations, estimating item quantities and project costs, and managing all necessary project documentation, whether manually or electronically. Additionally, you will assist in addressing field issues, compile and document photographic evidence, prepare or review sketches, and create inspection review summaries. Ensure thorough documentation and verification of contractor work while collaborating as a member of the inspection team, adhering to the guidelines set forth in the Project Office Manual (Publication 2) and Publication 408.Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in theposition description.Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment
Work hours are 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
Telework:You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Clearfield.
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.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITYQUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
One year as an Engineering Technician (commonwealth title);or
Two years as a Transportation Technician or Construction Cost Technician 1 (commonwealth titles);or
One year of construction inspection experience, and an associate's degree in civil engineering, mechanical engineering, geotechnical engineering, surveying engineering technology, or a closely related engineering technology;or
Three years of experience in highway or bridge surveying, design, construction, or inspection work;or
Three years of experience in quality control of materials or building or construction industry experience, which includes reading and interpreting blueprints, plans, or schematics;or
An equivalent combination of experience and training.
Special Requirements:
This position requires possession of a valid driver's license which is not under suspension.
Other Requirements:
You must meet thePA residency requirement.For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow thelinkand click on Residency.
You must be able to p rform essential job functions.
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 will eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. ยง7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go towww.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspxand click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us atra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.
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.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
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/testoncefor this posting.
Your results will be provided via email.
