Technical Assistant
Technical Assistant
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$ 33252 - 45888
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Job Description
THE POSITION
If you have a passion for transportation and a desire to make a positive impact consider starting a new career with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation. As a Technical Assistant you will have the opportunity to assist and perform entry level assignments within the District Construction Unit.With multiple avenues for advancement within the department this position can lead to a fulfilling and successful career. Do not miss out on this opportunity to make a difference in the transportation industry!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
In this role you will be instrumental in reviewing completed documentation and materials to ensure compliance with Department policies. You will assist in managing and coordinating the Districts field construction project records utilizing tools such as the Computer Documentation System (CDS v3 ECMS and the PennDOT Project Collaboration Center (PPCC) on a PennDOTissued iPad. Your duties will encompass conducting technical reviews of material costs for highway and bridge projects performing audits to verify the accuracy of documentation and work orders submitted by Project Management and ensuring that the final quantities and costs reported by construction personnel are accurate. Furthermore you will aid in inspecting road and bridge construction activities to confirm adherence to plans specifications and contractual obligations while also supporting the placement and maintenance of work zone traffic control signs and devices in line with the Work Zone Traffic Control Plan. You will verify stakeouts elevations grades slopes excavation and the placement and compaction of materials to facilitate the processing of periodic progress payments. Additionally you will assist with material testing for project integration and gather necessary delivery documentation and certifications. Collaboration with construction teams to address audit findings and resolve discrepancies in payments documentation and calculations will also be part of your responsibilities. You will participate in training to enhance your skills in construction and material inspection and may provide temporary assistance to District Units as needed including contributing to the review of earthwork analysis for borrow excavation projects.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
- Fulltime employment
- Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM Monday Friday with a 30minute lunch.
- You will work closely with vendors and work hours may change based on vendor availability.
- Schedule may be subject to change due to seasonal/operational needs
- Telework:You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) parttime on an adhoc basis with managers approval. In order to telework you must have a securely configured highspeed 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.
- Salary:In some cases the starting salary may be nonnegotiable.
- 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:
- Graduation from high school; or
- Any equivalent combination of experience and training.
Other Requirements:- 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 and click the Veterans Preference tab or contact us at.
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.
Employment Type
Full-Time
