Engineering Technician

Engineering District 9-0 is seeking an Engineering Technician to join their traffic team. This 12-month training program will equip you with a comprehensive understanding of traffic engineering principles. Upon completion, you will advance to the role of Traffic Control Technician, where you will be instrumental in Systems, Applications and Products (SAP) Signing, creating unique signs and detours, managing traffic control, and have the chance for career growth within the organization.

This position also offers the flexibility of providing a work-life balance that suits your needs. Do not miss this opportunity to make a tangible impact on the world around you by applying today and becoming a part of a dynamic team dedicated to shaping the future of transportation engineering.

The trainee program is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of traffic control duties over the course of one year. Trainees will be involved in assisting with tourist oriented directional signing requests, as well as providing technical support to both internal and external customers on signing and detour issues. Additionally, trainees will play a role in the development and review of proposed detour routes within a two-week timeframe upon receiving the request.

Trainees will also be required to utilize SAP as necessary to review county updates for accuracy and collaborate with Bureau of Highway Safety and Traffic Engineering to contribute to the development and testing of SAP signing improvements. Furthermore, trainees will assist in the annual review and update of signing as directed, and complete all assigned training for roles defined in SAP. This program aims to equip trainees with the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively carry out traffic control related duties.

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.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time after the successful initial training 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 Hollidaysburg.
• 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:

• An associate degree in surveying, drafting, designing, civil, or any other appropriate field of engineering technology.
• Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree.

• 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.

• 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 will eliminate you from consideration for this position.
  

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• 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.