JOB
Are you looking to put your skills to the test? Join the Department of Transportation as a Transportation Construction Inspector and play an important part in building better highways. This role gives you the opportunity to support construction quality and protect the traveling public. You will have the chance to work with experienced professionals who take pride in delivering dependable infrastructure. Consider joining a team that values accuracy, teamwork, and public service.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
This position supports the quality and safety of highway construction work by inspecting materials, workmanship, and project progress. It plays an essential role in ensuring that each project meets approved codes and standards. As a Transportation Construction Inspector, you will perform the following duties:
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Construction Inspection: Inspect phases of transportation construction work and review placement of materials
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Field Measurements: Check grades, elevations, and project stake-out with surveyors or contractors
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Project Documentation: Complete diaries, calculations, quantity estimates, and reports using manual or electronic methods
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Problem Solving: Assist in resolving field issues and confirm work compliance with regulations and procedures
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Communication Duties: Interact with staff, agencies, and the public to support effective project administration
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Quality Tracking: Review sketches, photographs, and inspection summaries to monitor progress and materials
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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This position has a flex schedule which is vendor controlled
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This position will cover projects in Wyoming County
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Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) AD-HOC outside of construction season, as needed. 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 Dunmore. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
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Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
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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.
