Transportation Construction Inspector

THE POSITION

Are you enthusiastic about enhancing community safety and have a sharp attention to detail? We are looking for a committed Transportation Construction Inspector who is ready to move from an office setting to actively engaging in fieldwork with the Department of Transportation, District
9. This vital role is key to maintaining the safety and reliability of our transportation systems as we strive to improve overall efficiency. If you are eager to make a meaningful impact on transportation infrastructure, we invite you to apply and join our dynamic team.

In this role, you will be tasked with a variety of technical responsibilities focused on inspecting materials and workmanship for highway construction projects within Engineering District 9-0. Your duties will include ensuring compliance with construction codes, plans, standards, and specifications throughout all phases of transportation construction. You will collaborate with contractors and surveyors to verify grades, elevations, and the layout of structures and roadways.

Additionally, you will evaluate the placement of materials such as cement concrete, bituminous concrete, and drainage systems, while conducting compaction tests on sub‑surface strata, soils, and aggregates using visual non‑movement techniques.

This position also requires close cooperation with Department staff, as well as federal, state, and local agencies, legislators, and the public to facilitate effective project management. You will maintain detailed project documentation, including master diary entries, calculations, item quantity estimates, and cost assessments, while addressing any field issues that arise. Furthermore, you will compile photographic evidence, prepare or review sketches, and create inspection review summaries to support comprehensive project oversight.

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.
• You will work closely with vendors and work hours may change based on vendor availability.
• Telework:
  You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary:
  Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $45,907 (before taxes).
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

• 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 titles); 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.

• This position requires possession of an active non‑commercial Pennsylvania Class C Driver's License or equivalent.

• 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.

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for 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).
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