Highway Construction Inspector (Field & Materials)

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania

On-site

USD 42,000 - 54,000

Full time

11 hours ago
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Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a Transportation Technician with the Department of Transportation to support highway construction inspection, materials testing, and project documentation. The role provides hands-on field experience, teamwork, and responsibility in ensuring standards are met across multiple counties.

Based in Dauphin County, travel to PennDOT District 8-0 field offices is required. Telework is not offered.

Qualifications

  • One year of experience in highway or bridge surveying, design, construction, or inspection work.
  • One year of experience in quality control of materials or related construction industry experience, including reading and interpreting blueprints, plans, or schematics.
  • Equivalent combination of experience and training.

Responsibilities

  • Construction Inspection: observe routine phases of highway construction, check grades, elevations, and stakeout work.
  • Material Review: examine materials and testing results to confirm contract requirements.
  • Traffic Control Check: inspect work zone signs and devices for proper placement and maintenance.
  • Project Documentation: maintain reports, sketches, diaries, and digital records of activities.
  • Field Coordination: support plant operations, material testing, and enforce contract specs.
  • Contract Interpretation: explain department requirements and testing procedures to contractors.

Job description

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a Transportation Technician with the Department of Transportation to support highway construction inspection, materials testing, and project documentation. The role provides hands-on field experience, teamwork, and responsibility in ensuring standards are met across multiple counties.

Based in Dauphin County, travel to PennDOT District 8-0 field offices is required. Telework is not offered.

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