Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Summer Transportation Technician (Seasonal) - Field
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Phila, Pennsylvania, United States
Overview
If you are a construction professional eager to kickstart your career with the Commonwealth, Engineering District 5 has an exciting opportunity for you. We are currently looking for a Summer Seasonal Transportation Technician to engage in various technical tasks related to transportation construction projects. In this role, you will ensure that all work aligns with approved construction plans, standards, specifications, and contract documents at job sites. This position allows you to apply your skills in a real-world environment and play a crucial role in the successful execution of essential infrastructure projects that benefit the community. In this position, you will be responsible for a range of technical tasks focused on inspecting materials and workmanship in highway construction projects. Your role will involve performing inspections and conducting material tests to ensure adherence to contract specifications and certification standards. You will also maintain comprehensive documentation of project activities, including changes to field plans, progress reports, quality control assessments, and calculations to verify material consistency. Furthermore, you will assist in inspecting work zone traffic control signs and devices to confirm their proper placement according to established specifications and standards. Daily reporting will take place at job sites in Berks, Carbon, Lehigh, Monroe, Northampton, and/or Schuylkill counties, or at the District Office in Allentown, PA. Work Schedule and Additional Information
Seasonal 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 Overtime and shift work may be required Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for notices 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 position requires possession of a Class C non-commercial driver\'s license You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on residency requirements, follow the guidance 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; information to support eligibility must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education) If claiming education, you must attach college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting 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 Veterans
Pennsylvania law provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, refer to the official PA site for employment how-to-apply and 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. Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center 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 posting only You must provide complete and accurate information or your score may be lower than deserved or you may be disqualified You may only apply/test once for this posting Your results will be provided via email
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If you are a construction professional eager to kickstart your career with the Commonwealth, Engineering District 5 has an exciting opportunity for you. We are currently looking for a Summer Seasonal Transportation Technician to engage in various technical tasks related to transportation construction projects. In this role, you will ensure that all work aligns with approved construction plans, standards, specifications, and contract documents at job sites. This position allows you to apply your skills in a real-world environment and play a crucial role in the successful execution of essential infrastructure projects that benefit the community. In this position, you will be responsible for a range of technical tasks focused on inspecting materials and workmanship in highway construction projects. Your role will involve performing inspections and conducting material tests to ensure adherence to contract specifications and certification standards. You will also maintain comprehensive documentation of project activities, including changes to field plans, progress reports, quality control assessments, and calculations to verify material consistency. Furthermore, you will assist in inspecting work zone traffic control signs and devices to confirm their proper placement according to established specifications and standards. Daily reporting will take place at job sites in Berks, Carbon, Lehigh, Monroe, Northampton, and/or Schuylkill counties, or at the District Office in Allentown, PA. Work Schedule and Additional Information
Seasonal 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 Overtime and shift work may be required Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for notices 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 position requires possession of a Class C non-commercial driver\'s license You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on residency requirements, follow the guidance 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; information to support eligibility must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education) If claiming education, you must attach college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting 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 Veterans
Pennsylvania law provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, refer to the official PA site for employment how-to-apply and 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. Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center 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 posting only You must provide complete and accurate information or your score may be lower than deserved or you may be disqualified You may only apply/test once for this posting Your results will be provided via email
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