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Transportation Technician

Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania
$40,685.00 - $60,714.00 Annually
dental insurance, vision insurance, parental leave, vacation time, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan
United States, Pennsylvania, Philadelphia
Nov 19, 2025
THE POSITION If you have a keen eye for detail and strong problem-solving abilities, the Department of Transportation offers a fantastic opportunity for you as a Transportation Technician in Engineering District 8-0. Seize the chance to become part of our committed team, where you will conduct inspections on materials and workmanship for highway and bridge construction projects, ensuring that all work adheres to the established construction codes, plans, standards, and specifications. Apply today! DESCRIPTION OF WORK In this position, you will perform inspections at various stages of transportation construction projects, working closely with contractors and surveyors to verify grades, elevations, and the layout of structures and roadways. Your responsibilities will include completing essential documentation, reviewing contractor work, and collaborating with the inspection team. You will utilize technology, such as computers and iPads, to input daily project data into an electronic documentation system and generate reports that track progress and schedules. Additionally, you will monitor material quantities and testing through both manual and computerized methods, engaging with department staff, government agencies, legislators, and the public to facilitate effective project management. The role also involves preparing Project Site Activity Reports, performing calculations, and resolving any on-site construction issues. Inspections will encompass evaluating the placement of materials, conducting compaction tests, and maintaining thorough quality control reports to uphold the integrity of the construction work. Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. You will work closely with vendors and work hours may change based on vendor availability. You will report to project field office's locations within one of the following PennDOT Engineer District 8-0 counties, Adams, Cumberland, Franklin, York, Dauphin, Lancaster, Lebanon, or Perry County. 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. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: One year of experience in highway or bridge surveying, design, construction, or inspection work; or One year 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. Other Requirements: This particular position requires possession of a valid PA Class C Driver's License. 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. 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). 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 may eliminate you from consideration for this position. Veterans: Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans. 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/test once for this posting. Your results will be provided via email.