Roadway Programs Technician 2 (PennDOT, Lycoming County Employees Only)

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's PennDOT is seeking a Roadway Programs Technician 2 to support budgeting, planning, purchasing, and data review for county maintenance operations. You will analyze information, prepare reports, and assist with coordination duties within a team focused on safe, efficient transportation services.

The position requires one year of relevant experience or an associate degree in a related field, PA residency, and eligibility for merit system employment.

Qualifications

• One year as a Roadway Programs Technician 1 or equivalent experience.
• Associate's Degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
• PA residency requirement and eligibility for merit system employment.

Responsibilities

• Budget reports and assist with budget development.
• Analyze data to support efficiency and MAPI requirements.
• Create requisitions, shopping carts, and purchase orders following procedures.
• Assist with physical inventories and proper storekeeping.
• Prepare bids, review specifications, and monitor vendor performance.
• Support roadside contracts, rented equipment tracking, and record management.

Skills

Data analysis

Budget planning

Purchasing

Inventory management

Contract oversight

Program coordination

Education

Associate's Degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, Highway Engineering Technology or closely related program

Job description

Do you want to play a key role in supporting transportation projects that keep the Commonwealth moving? Start a meaningful career as a Roadway Programs Technician 2 with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT). This role allows you to support budgeting, planning, and purchasing activities that help maintenance operations run smoothly. You will grow your analytical and organizational skills while working with a team dedicated to safe and efficient transportation services. Apply today to continue growing within an agency that values your accuracy, teamwork, and dedication to public service!

This position supports budgeting, planning, purchasing, and data review tasks that help guide county maintenance operations. Your work will involve analyzing information, preparing reports, supporting purchasing processes, and assisting with various coordination duties. As a Roadway Programs Technician 2, you will perform the following duties:

• Budget Support: Prepare expenditure reports, monitor purchase documents, and assist with budget development
• Data Analysis: Gather and review data for efficiency and effectiveness measures including Maintenance Accreditation Performance Index (MAPI) requirements
• Purchasing Tasks: Create requisitions, shopping carts, and purchase orders while following department purchasing procedures
• Inventory Work: Assist with physical inventories and ensure proper storekeeping practices are followed
• Contract Oversight: Prepare bids, review specifications, and monitor vendor performance for materials and services
• Program Coordination: Support roadside contracts, rented equipment tracking, and record management activities

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 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
  • Work schedule may vary due to seasonal requirements and operational needs.
• 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.

Organization or Location Restrictions:

• This posting is restricted to Department of Transportation, Lycoming County employees only.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year as a Roadway Programs Technician 1; or
• One year of experience in analysis of data utilized in planning and scheduling of work, materials and equipment, and an Associate's Degree in the field of Business Administration, Computer Science, Highway Engineering Technology or closely related program; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training.

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.

This position is subject to the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement or memorandum of understanding.

• Seniority rights apply for Roadway Programs Technician 1s
• Seniority/Promotion Unit: 032

You must be eligible for selection in accordance with merit system employment regulations.

Recruitment Methods:

• Applicants must meet one of the following methods to be considered for this vacancy:
  • Seniority Promotion

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.