Transportation Construction Inspector

NOTE: THIS IS A REPOSTING OF (CS-2024-94146-10620). IF YOU APPLIED UNDER THE PREVIOUS POSTING WHICH WAS OPEN FROM SEPTEMBER 19, 2024 TO OCTOBER 3, 2024, YOU CANNOT SUBMIT A NEW APPLICATION.

In this role, you will be responsible for aligning permit programs with the overarching goals and objectives of the Department by effectively organizing, directing, planning, and coordinating the strategic initiatives of all permit programs while addressing customer needs and expectations through sound management practices and principles.

You will conduct field inspections of permitted activities to ensure compliance with the permit requirements and Department regulations, overseeing various stages of construction work. This includes assisting in verifying grades, elevations, and the layout of structures and roadways in collaboration with contractors and surveyors. Your responsibilities will also encompass inspecting the installation of materials such as cement concrete, bituminous concrete, drainage systems, and other structures. Additionally, you will evaluate work zone traffic control measures, assess backfill materials and their compaction, oversee highway restoration efforts-including roadway pavements and shoulders-and prioritize public safety throughout the process.

You will perform compaction testing using visual non-movement methods on sub-surface strata, soils, and aggregates. Furthermore, you will engage with Department personnel, as well as representatives from federal, state, and local agencies, legislators, and the public to facilitate the effective management and administration of the projects.

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 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• 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:

• One year as an Engineering Technician (commonwealth title); or
• Two years as a Transportation Technician or Construction Cost Technician 1 (commonwealth titles); 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
• 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
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Special Requirement:

• This position requires possession of an active non-commercial Pennsylvania Class C Driver's License or equivalent.

• 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.

• 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.

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

• 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.