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Closing Date:  9/30/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

THE POSITION

The Department of Transportation is currently looking to hire an Engineering Technician. This position is part of a comprehensive 12-month training initiative aimed at equipping participants with a wide-ranging understanding of the various roles and responsibilities typically associated with the Engineering Technician profession. Through hands-on learning experiences in key engineering domains such as Design, Construction, Maintenance, and Highway Safety and Traffic, the selected candidate will gain valuable insights and skills that will pave the way for a successful transition into a permanent role within the District. Do not miss this opportunity---apply today!  

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

In this role, the employee will engage in a range of entry-level technical tasks across all aspects of PennDOT, encompassing design, construction, and maintenance activities. The individual will provide engineering support to various PENNDOT units while cultivating a foundational understanding of departmental policies, procedures, organizational roles, and workflow dynamics.

The training program includes a series of scheduled rotational assignments within Engineering Districts, allowing employees to become acquainted with district personnel and operational procedures, as well as to actively contribute to work projects aimed at fulfilling the overall training objectives. Additionally, employees will attend classroom training sessions as outlined by the program coordinator, with further details available in the attached ET Training Manual.

All work assignments will undergo thorough scrutiny before being allocated, and will be meticulously reviewed for completeness, technical precision, and the validity of the approach both during the process and upon completion.

Upon successful completion of the training program, final job placement will be in the Construction Unit.  

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

*Work Schedule and Additional Information:*

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch.
• You will work closely with vendors and work hours may change based on vendor availability.
• *Telework: *You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time ad-hoc after successful completion of probationary period and training. 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:

• An associate degree in surveying, drafting, designing, civil, or any other appropriate field of engineering technology. 
• Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 9 months of graduating with a qualifying degree.  

*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).

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``` - This posting requires submission of a copy of your college transcript(s). Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You may upload your document as an attachment during the application process. You must still complete the application and answer the supplemental questions. All documents MUST be uploaded prior to the submission of your application. - 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 will 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 ra-cs-vetpreference@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