Transportation Construction Inspector

State of Pennsylvania
Montoursville, Pennsylvania
Full Time

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THE POSITION

Join the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, Engineering District 3-0 and be a part of our team as we strive to maintain the quality of materials used in our highways of Pennsylvania. As a Transportation Construction Inspector, you will have the chance to step into a lab and gain hands-on experience with material testing. Your technical skills will be crucial in assessing materials, making an impact on the future of transportation. This is a rewarding opportunity to work with suppliers to provide quality materials to our highway construction projects and see the direct results of your work. Come join us on this journey and make a difference in the transportation industry!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Transportation Construction Inspector, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the quality of materials produced at asphalt, cement, and aggregate plants. Your responsibilities will include conducting inspections to ensure that materials meet specifications and approved quality control plans, as well as following designated testing methods and standards. You will also be responsible for observing shipments to verify their accuracy and witnessing tests performed by technicians at production plants. Through your diligent work, you will help ensure that the materials produced meet the necessary standards for use in construction 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, 37.5 hours per week
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's workload.
Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time after completion of the probationary period. Telework will be on an ad-hoc basis and only 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 Montoursville.
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:

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 as an Engineering Technician (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
Two years as a Transportation Technician or Construction Cost Technician 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); 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.

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.

Legal Requirement:

A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information.

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%20Info/Pages/default.aspx 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.

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Health & Wellness

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*

Compensation & Financial Planning

We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.

Work/Life Balance

We know there's more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*

Values and Culture

We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

Employee Perks

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Eligibility rules apply.

Necessary Special Requirement-Do you possess a valid driver's license which is not under suspension?

If you answered yes to the above question, please provide your driver's license number and expiration date. If you answered no, type N/A in the text box below.

Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as an Engineering Technician for one or more years full-time?

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as a Transportation Technician or Construction Cost Technician 1 for two or more years full-time?

How many years of full-time construction inspection experience do you possess?

A. 3 years or more
B. 2 but less than 3 years
C. 1 but less than 2 years
D. Less than 1 year
E. None

How many years of full-time experience in highway or bridge surveying, design, construction, or inspection work do you possess?

A. 3 years or more
B. 2 but less than 3 years
C. 1 but less than 2 years
D. Less than 1 year
E. None

How many years of full-time experience in quality control of materials or building or construction industry experience, which includes reading and interpreting blueprints, plans, or schematics do you possess?

A. 3 years or more
B. 2 but less than 3 years
C. 1 but less than 2 years
D. Less than 1 year
E. None

How much college level credits have you completed in civil engineering, mechanical engineering, geotechnical engineering, surveying engineering technology, or a closely related engineering technology?

If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.

If you answer this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visiting and clicking the Evaluation Services link. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visit and click on Other Information.

A. 120 credits or more
B. 90 but less than 120 credits
C. 60 but less than 90 credits
D. 30 but less than 60 credits
E. Less than 30 credits
F. None

You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. You must complete the application and answer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.

All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.

Read each question carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training. The "Level of Performance" you choose must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered. In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.

If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.

If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to our FAQ page.

WORK BEHAVIOR 1 - CONDUCT LABORATORY TESTING

Conducts laboratory testing on samples of aggregate, concrete, bituminous asphalt products, and other materials used in highway and bridge construction projects to ensure materials conform to industry specifications.

Levels of Performance

Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.

A. I have experience conducting laboratory testing on samples of highway or bridge construction materials such as aggregate, concrete, and bituminous asphalt products to determine the quality of the materials.
B. I have experience conducting laboratory testing on items OTHER THAN aggregate, concrete, or bituminous asphalt.
C. I have successfully completed college-level laboratory coursework in materials testing or laboratory science.
D. i have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.

In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
The actual duties you performed related to laboratory testing, including the type(s) of materials or items you tested.
Your level of responsibility.

If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

College/University
Course Title
Credits/Clock Hours

WORK BEHAVIOR 2 - QUALITY CONTROL

Conducts inspections of plants producing highway and bridge construction materials such as aggregate, concrete, and bituminous asphalt products to ensure compliance with established quality control plans. Observes the execution of quality control measures and provides guidance to correct incorrect or insufficient practices. Documents all findings in daily reports.

Levels of Performance

Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.

A. I have experience INSTRUCTING others in the proper execution of HIGHWAY OR BRIDGE materials quality control measures. I provided guidance to correct or improve incorrect or insufficient practices.
B. I have experience EXECUTING HIGHWAY OR BRIDGE materials quality control measures to ensure materials comply with quality standards and specifications.
C. I have experience executing or guiding others in the proper execution of quality control measures in ANY manufacturing or production environment NOT related to highway or bridge construction materials.
D. I have NO experience related to this work behavior.

The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
The actual duties you performed related to executing or guiding others in the execution of quality control measures, including the type(s) of quality control measures.
Your level of responsibility.

WORK BEHAVIOR 3 - MATERIALS EVALUATION

Evaluates the results of highway and bridge construction materials testing to ensure the quality of materials comply with specifications, contract documents, and quality control plans. Approves or rejects products for use.

Levels of Performance

Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.

A. I have experience approving or rejecting highway or bridge construction materials based on project requirements and materials testing results, AND I have completed a certification program related to this behavior, such as National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET), American Concrete Institute (ACI), or Northeast Center of Excellence for Pavement Technology (NECEPT).
B. I have experience approving or rejecting highway or bridge construction materials based on project requirements and materials testing results. I have NOT successfully completed a certification program related to this work behavior.
C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to this work behavior such as technical analysis, strength and materials, materials of construction, introduction to structural analysis, materials science, or closely related engineering coursework.
D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.

The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
The actual duties you performed related to evaluating highway or bridge construction materials for use.
Your level of responsibility.

If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to certification, provide your responses to the items listed below. If you have not indicated you have relevant certifications, type N/A in the text box below.

Source of certificate
Title of certificate
Expiration date

College/University
Course Title
Credits/Clock Hours

WORK BEHAVIOR 4 - MIX DESIGNS

Creates and reviews mix designs of highway and bridge construction materials such as aggregate, concrete, and bituminous asphalt products. Ensures designs follow proper portioning and meet engineering standards and specifications.

Levels of Performance

Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.

A. I have experience CREATING mix designs for highway or bridge construction materials in compliance with engineering standards and specifications.
B. I have experience READING AND INTERPRETING mix designs for highway or bridge construction materials to ensure proper proportioning and compliance with project specifications. I did NOT create the mix designs.
C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework or professional training related to creating mix designs but have not had the opportunity to apply it in the work environment.
D. I have NO experience related to this work behavior.

The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
The actual duties you performed related to mix designs for highway or bridge construction materials.
Your level of responsibility (created or interpreted).

If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework or professional training, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.