Technical Assistant

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania invites applications for a Technical Assistant with the Department of Transportation, District Construction Unit. This role emphasizes precise documentation, inspections, and maintaining project records to support road and bridge projects. Telework is available part-time, with in-office options; standard daytime hours apply.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent and be able to perform essential job functions. PA residency is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required or equivalent.
• Ability to perform essential job functions.

Responsibilities

• Review project documentation for accuracy and compliance.
• Assist with inspections and verify project records.
• Audit quantities and assist with payments and reports.
• Track materials and maintain certifications.
• Support elevations, grades, and placement verifications.
• Coordinate with staff to ensure standards compliance.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

THE POSITION

The Department of Transportation, District Construction Unit is looking for a Technical Assistant who enjoys detailed work and supporting important transportation projects. This role offers steady learning opportunities while assisting with project records, inspections, and construction documentation. You will collaborate with staff to help keep projects running smoothly and in compliance with standards. Apply today to build a solid foundation for a future in transportation and construction services.

The Department of Transportation, District Construction Unit is looking for a Technical Assistant who enjoys detailed work and supporting important transportation projects. This role offers steady learning opportunities while assisting with project records, inspections, and construction documentation. You will collaborate with staff to help keep projects running smoothly and in compliance with standards. Apply today to build a solid foundation for a future in transportation and construction services.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This role supports construction projects by reviewing documentation, assisting with inspections, and verifying the accuracy of project records. As a Technical Assistant, you will perform the following duties:

• Documentation Review: Check project records, work units, and materials for accuracy and compliance
• Cost Verification: Audit quantities and computed costs to substantiate payments and project reports
• Field Inspection: Assist with inspections of construction, permit, and utility work on roads and bridges
• Material Tracking: Collect delivery forms and certifications; conduct basic materials testing
• Project Support: Help complete progress payments and verify elevations, grades, and material placement
• Audit Assistance: Review audit findings with staff and confirm adherence to department standards

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. Vendor controlled work schedule, hours may vary.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time/seasonally adhoc, up to 3 days per week. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Oil City. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• 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

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements

• Graduation from high school; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training.

Other Requirements

• This particular position also requires possession of a Class C non-commercial driver's license.
• 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

• You must pass a background investigation.

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.