THE POSITION NOTE: THIS IS A REPOSTING OF (CSSC-2024-11419-12510). IF YOU APPLIED UNDER THE PREVIOUS POSTING WHICH WAS OPEN FROM NOVEMBER 6, 2024 TO NOVEMBER 19, 2024, YOU CANNOT SUBMIT A NEW APPLICATION. Are you ready to start a career in the Department of Transportation? If you have strong attention to detail, outstanding organizational abilities, and a passion for achievement, this position might be perfect for you! Become a valued member of our team as a Roadway Programs Technician 1, where your efforts in data collection and testing will assist fellow technicians and management with pavement evaluations. Seize the opportunity now and apply to join our vibrant and successful team! DESCRIPTION OF WORK In this position, you will engage in tasks associated with the collection and analysis of pavement data, subsequently reporting findings to the Pavement Evaluation Testing (PET) Analysis Section. You will also contribute to the upkeep of the Roadway Management System (RMS) and assist technicians in conducting tests, including operating testing vehicles for the specialized functions of the statewide Pavement Evaluation and Testing Programs and Location Reference System (LRS) Programs, all in alignment with management goals and PennDOT policies. Furthermore, the role involves providing support to other technicians and management staff in initiatives and responsibilities related to the Roadway Inventory & Testing Unit, focusing on pavement evaluation and testing. Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description. Work Schedule and Additional Information:
- Extensive overnight travel will be required
- Full-time employment
- Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch
- Alternate work hours for weeks of travel, are 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM, Monday - Wednesday, and 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Thursday, with a 30-minute lunch
- Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. 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 Harrisburg.
- 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. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
- One year of experience as a Technical Assistant. or
- One year of experience in analysis of data utilized in planning and scheduling of work, materials and equipment and graduation from high school or GED equivalent. or
- An Associate's Degree in a field of Business Administration, Computer Science, Highway Engineering Technology or other closely related program. or
- Any equivalent combination of experience and training. Other Requirements:
- This particular position requires possession of a valid Class C driver's license which is not under suspension.
- 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. 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 Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ...@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. EXAMINATION INFORMATION
- 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.