Roadway Programs Technician 1

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; California (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a Roadway Programs Technician 1 to support Pike County maintenance planning and data management. You will handle roadway data, assist in reviews, and coordinate with contractors to ensure safe, efficient operations.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, teamwork, and clear communication while contributing to roadway safety and service quality. Full-time, on-site role with standard daytime hours.

Qualifications

• Experience analyzing data used in planning and scheduling
• Ability to manage data and support maintenance planning
• Strong attention to detail and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Data Management: Enter, review, and analyze roadway data to support maintenance planning
• Inventory Tracking: Monitor materials, process load slips, maintain inventory records
• Contract Oversight: Coordinate with contractors and verify work with documentation
• Field Reviews: Visit sites to gather information and document roadway conditions
• Customer Service: Communicate with internal staff, contractors, and the public
• Safety Support: Follow safety protocols and report hazards and accidents

Skills

Data analysis

Data entry

Customer service

Inventory management

Field work

Education

Associate's Degree in related field

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Posting number: CS-2026-56244-12510

Department: Department of Transportation

Division: TR Pike Co

Job classification: Roadway Programs Technician 1

Posting type: SCSC E&T Vacancy

Categories: Administration, Transportation

Summary

Join the Department of Transportation as a Roadway Programs Technician 1 and help support safe and efficient maintenance operations across Pike County. This role gives you the chance to work with important roadway data and assist in planning tasks that keep highways in good condition. You will support a dedicated team that values careful review, clear communication, and strong customer service. Start a career where your attention to detail and teamwork directly contribute to roadway safety.

Examples of duties

This position supports roadway maintenance operations by assisting with data tracking, review, and planning tasks that guide decision making for Pike County. As a Roadway Programs Technician 1, you will perform the following duties:

• Data Management: Enter, review, and analyze roadway and materials data to support maintenance planning
• Inventory Tracking: Monitor material quantities, process load slips, and maintain accurate inventory records
• Contract Oversight: Coordinate with contractors, verify completed work, and ensure proper documentation
• Field Reviews: Visit sites to gather information, inspect guiderail damage, and document roadway conditions
• Customer Service: Communicate with internal staff, contractors, and the public to address questions and concerns
• Safety Support: Follow safety protocols and assist with reporting hazards and accidents

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.
• Possible winter shift work as needed
• 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 regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements

• One year of experience as a Technical Assistant (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• One year of experience in analysis of data utilized in planning and scheduling of work, materials and equipment and graduation from high school or GED equivalent; or
• An Associate's Degree in a field of Business Administration, Computer Science, Highway Engineering Technology or other closely related program; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training.
• 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 PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements

• A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information.

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.

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).
• 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.