Technical Assistant

Are ready to jump-start a new career by joining the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation as a Technical Assistant! In this entry-level position, you will play a vital role in supporting the inspection of transportation construction projects, ensuring that all materials align with contract plans and specifications. This role offers numerous opportunities for growth within the department. If you are eager to advance your career and contribute significantly to the transportation sector, seize this chance!

In this position, you will support the inspection of construction activities related to road, bridge, and other transportation enhancement projects as designated, ensuring compliance with plans, specifications, and special contract provisions. Additionally, you will document both personal and contractor activities in Field Inspector's Diaries or PSA, Item Quantity Books, and sketch/Computation Books. It is essential to verify that work zone traffic control signs and devices are installed and maintained according to the Work Zone Traffic Control Plan and Publication 213. You will also be responsible for completing necessary project documentation, assisting in the analysis of contract plans and specifications, and clarifying contract requirements to contractor personnel and other inquiries. Reviewing safety practices on construction sites and advising contractor management on required corrective actions will also be part of your duties. You will perform calculations to determine quantities of completed work and materials used, assist with periodic progress payments as instructed, and help check stakeouts, elevations, grades, slopes, excavation, and material placement and compaction. Additionally, you will aid inspection personnel in conducting tests on materials intended for project incorporation, collect Materials Delivery Forms and Certifications, and participate in training to enhance your skills related to construction and material inspection. Temporary assignments within our District Units may also be required, along with independent travel to various work sites throughout the district as necessary.

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

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.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time Ad-hoc, upon successful completion of probationary period. 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 Montoursville.

• 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:

• Graduation from high school; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training.

Other Requirements:

• This particular position also requires possession of a valid 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.

Legal Requirements:

• A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information.

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.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-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.

• 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.