Transportation Technician

THE POSITION

The Department of Transportation is actively looking to hire a Transportation Technician who will play a crucial role in providing inspection services aimed at ensuring adherence to contract specifications. This position is essential for achieving the Department's objectives of minimizing costs while upholding high standards of quality. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting thorough inspections and assessments, identifying any discrepancies, and ensuring that all projects align with established guidelines. If you are detail-oriented and passionate about contributing to efficient transportation solutions, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

In this position, you will play a crucial role in reviewing the documentation related to completed work units and the materials utilized, ensuring that everything aligns with the Department's policies and standards. Your responsibilities will include providing guidance, coordination, and oversight of the District's field construction project records and documentation. You will also assist with the Computer Documentation System (CDS v3), the Engineering and Construction Management System (ECMS), the PennDOT Project Collaboration Center (PPCC), and the mobile construction application on a PennDOT-issued iPad. Additionally, you will engage in technical evaluations of the computed costs associated with materials used in highway and bridge construction projects. This will involve conducting thorough audits to confirm that the documentation and work orders submitted by Project Management staff are complete, accurate, and justifiable for payments. Furthermore, you will perform comprehensive statistical audits to ensure that the final quantities and costs reported by construction project personnel are both complete and precise.

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) ad-hoc as approved. 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 Bridgeville. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• Salary : Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $40,685.00 (before taxes).
• 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

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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.

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