JOB Join the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) and become a guardian of our roads! We are excited to welcome a diligent and motivated Transportation Construction Inspector who is ready to support safe, high-quality road projects across the state. Here, you will work directly in the field with materials, contractors, and project teams to ensure that construction projects are efficient, compliant, and cost effective. Apply today and watch the work you do shape the world around you!
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
This position supports transportation projects by inspecting construction materials at production plants and verifying compliance with standards and quality control plans. Through your work you will help to ensure that the materials used in road and bridge projects are safe, accurate, and ready for construction. As a Transportation Construction Inspector, you will perform the following duties:
Material Testing: Verify accuracy of tests performed on asphalt, concrete, and aggregate materials using approved methods-
Quality Oversight: Observe technicians at material plants to ensure proper testing, documentation, and production practices
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Problem Identification: Document sampling procedures, identify issues, and report concerns to supervisors
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Compliance Review: Check material suppliers for adherence to quality control plans and maintain accurate records
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System Entry: Enter test results, reports, and documentation into electronic construction management systems
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Equipment Verification: Confirm calibration of equipment such as scales, testing devices, and plant machinery
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
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Full-time employment
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Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
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Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
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Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $45,907.00 (before taxes).
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You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
SUPPLEMENTAL 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).
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Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
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Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
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You must provide complete and accurate information or:
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your score may be lower than deserved.
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you may be disqualified.
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You may only apply/test once for this posting.
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Your results will be provided via email.
