Materials Technician

THE POSITION

If you are looking for more than just a job and are ready to pursue a rewarding career, consider this thrilling opportunity in the technical field of construction materials testing. The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is seeking a diligent and committed Materials Technician 1 to join the Laboratory Testing Section. This role not only allows you to participate in significant work that plays a vital role in infrastructure development but also opens doors for professional growth and advancement within the industry.

If you possess a passion for quality assurance and a strong interest in the scientific principles governing construction materials, this position could be an ideal match for your aspirations. Do not let this opportunity pass you by—apply today for a career that promises both challenges and a sense of fulfillment!

As a Materials Technician 1, you will be tasked with the preparation of samples and the execution of tests, ensuring full compliance with the protocols established by the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) Standards, ASTM International, and the Pennsylvania Test Methods (PTMs).

Your responsibilities will encompass the meticulous documentation of test results for a variety of materials, including asphalt concrete pavement core samples, asphalt mixture samples, liquid asphalt binder samples, and emulsified asphalt samples, with a strong emphasis on the accuracy of all reported findings. Additionally, you will be responsible for confirming that all testing equipment is correctly calibrated prior to use, as well as upholding a high standard of cleanliness within the laboratory environment.

This will involve the regular cleaning of testing apparatus, laboratory work spaces, and storage areas on a daily basis to ensure a safe and efficient working atmosphere.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework:
  You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• 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.

• One year of experience as a Technical Assistant (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• One year of experience in the testing of materials used in highway, bridge, building, hydraulic or similar construction projects and graduation from high school; or
• An Associate's Degree in a civil engineering technology or closely related field; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree.

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

• 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.

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa.…