Engineering Technician

Job Description

Job title: Engineering Technician

Company: Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Job description: THE POSITION

Are you a skilled engineer looking for an exciting opportunity? The Department of Transportation is currently on the lookout for an engineering technician in Dauphin County. In this role, you will have the chance to apply your expertise in engineering practices and principles while working as part of a dynamic team. Your main responsibility will be to ensure that all essential utility relocation aspects are meticulously addressed and completed in accordance with established engineering criteria, occupancy laws, and policy requirements. By joining us, you will play a crucial role in the successful completion of highway design projects. If you have the skills and passion for this role, do not hesitate to apply today and embark on a rewarding career journey with us!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As part of this position, your main responsibilities will include maintaining control over work assignments and managing multiple concurrent work activities to ensure the successful completion of assigned projects. You will also need to stay updated on milestone activities and take corrective action when problems arise. Additionally, you will attend project scopings to provide valuable insights and comments regarding potential utility impacts. In the Utility Relocation Management System (URMS), you will create projects and add utility companies to them. It will be your responsibility to coordinate work with utility companies and consultants to ensure seamless integration of efforts. Monitoring the progress of project team members and ensuring the timely completion of tasks will also be part of your role. You will maintain records of team member performance and provide input for performance evaluations of assigned consultant personnel. It will be crucial for you to ensure that assigned tasks are completed accurately and delivered within the established time frames. Managing your work time efficiently and evaluating utility relocation plans to ensure compliance with industry standards, environmental protection requirements, and department highway occupancy requirements will also be part of your responsibilities. You may need to travel to project sites as needed to identify existing utilities and determine relocation options and construction challenges. This role will provide you with opportunities to develop technical skills and proficiency in various engineering technologies, such as construction inspection and traffic control. Finally, you may be assigned other related duties as needed.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday – Friday, with 30-minute lunch.
• 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 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree.

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the

. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the 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).
• 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 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

and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at .
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 for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.

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Health & Wellness

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.

Work/Life Balance
We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, six weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*

Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.

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*Eligibility rules apply.

Expected salary: $39003 – 58211 per year

Location: Harrisburg, PA

Job date: Fri, 12 Jan 2024 07:25:32 GMT

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