Materials Technician 2

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Progress (PA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Department of Transportation seeks a Materials Technician 2 to support roadway safety and quality through testing of construction materials at the PennDOT Materials Laboratory in Harrisburg. You will calibrate gauges, manage radiation safety, and document results to ensure reliability of materials used statewide.

The role involves hands-on testing of polymers, concrete, steel, and pavement materials, with field evaluations of retro-reflective markings and

Qualifications

• Minimum one year as Materials Technician 1 or two years of experience in testing of materials used in highway, bridge, building, hydraulic or similar construction projects.
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training.
• You must obtain a Class B CDL within initial 6-month probationary period.

Responsibilities

• Gauge Calibration: Repair and calibrate nuclear moisture and density gauges used for transportation materials testing.
• Radiation Safety: Administer dosimeter distribution and tracking and complete radiation surveys and leak tests.
• Material Testing: Prepare samples and test polymers, concrete, steel, pavement markers, and related materials.
• Field Evaluation: Operate specialized equipment to evaluate pavement marking materials for retro-reflection, color, and durability.
• Specimen Preparation: Polish metallographic samples and identify testing needs based on required specifications.
• Data Recording: Maintain logs, input testing results into electronic Construction and Materials Management System (eCAMMS).

Skills

Materials testing

Calibrations

Radiation safety

Data recording

Education

High school diploma

Associate's Degree in engineering

Tools

eCAMMS

nuclear moisture and density gauges

Job description

$46,827.00 - $70,592.00 Annually

Dauphin County, PA

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

CS-2026-57403-15530

Department of Transportation

TR Lab Tstng Sctn

09/28/2026

10/11/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

15530

00174094

AFSCME

B1

ST05

00084814

Bureau of Construction and Materials, Materials Division, Laboratory Testing Section

81 Lab Lane

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

17110

[e-mail]

THE POSITION

Would you take pride in a career where your technical skills help keep Pennsylvania's transportation systems safe and reliable? As a Materials Technician 2 with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), you will have the opportunity to work with advanced tools and meaningful projects. This role allows you to support roadway safety and quality by testing important materials used across the state. You will be part of a dedicated team that values accuracy, teamwork, and continuous improvement. Apply today to join an agency committed to helping to ensure the durability and reliability of Pennsylvania infrastructure!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This role supports PennDOT by performing technical testing, calibrations, and evaluations on a wide range of transportation materials and equipment. As a Materials Technician 2, you will perform the following duties:

• Gauge Calibration: Repair and calibrate nuclear moisture and density gauges used for transportation materials testing
• Radiation Safety: Administer dosimeter distribution and tracking and complete radiation surveys and leak tests
• Material Testing: Prepare samples and test polymers, concrete, steel, pavement markers, and related materials
• Field Evaluation: Operate specialized equipment to evaluate pavement marking materials for retro-reflection, color, and durability
• Specimen Preparation: Polish metallographic samples and identify testing needs based on required specifications
• Data Recording: Maintain logs, input testing results into electronic Construction and Materials Management System (eCAMMS), and ensure records and equipment documentation remain current

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 a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position
• Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication concerning this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year as a Materials Technician 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Two years of experience in the testing of materials used in highway, bridge, building, hydraulic or similar construction projects and graduation from high school; or
• One year of experience in the testing of materials used in highway, bridge, building, hydraulic or similar construction projects, and an Associate's Degree in engineering or in a closely related field; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training.

Other Requirements:

• You must obtain a Class B CDL within initial 6-month probationary period, and maintain the CDL while in the position.
• 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.

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.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

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.