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THE POSITION
The Engineering Technician position at the Department of Transportation Engineering District 2 is now open for permanent, full-time applicants. This role includes a comprehensive one-year training program designed to immerse you in multiple facets of engineering through hands-on learning experiences. This unique opportunity will equip you with the skills and knowledge necessary to progress into a stable career within the District. Become a part of the PennDOT District 2 team and take the next step in your professional journey with this thrilling career opportunity!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
The employee engages in a range of entry-level technical tasks across all aspects of the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PENNDOT), encompassing design, construction, and maintenance activities. This role involves providing engineering support to various PENNDOT units while cultivating a foundational understanding of departmental policies, procedures, organizational roles, and workflow dynamics.
Training is structured around scheduled rotational assignments within Engineering Districts, allowing employees to become acquainted with district personnel and operational procedures while actively participating in projects that align with the overall training goals. Additionally, employees will attend classroom sessions as determined by the program coordinator, as outlined in the accompanying ET Training Manual.
Work assignments undergo thorough scrutiny before being allocated and are meticulously reviewed for completeness, technical precision, and methodological soundness both during the process and upon completion. Following the successful conclusion of the training program, final job placements will be determined to satisfy the needs of both the employee and the department.
This position entails technical responsibilities related to the creation of diverse roadway, bridge, and structural plans, maps, and similar drawings, adhering to established methods and procedures while applying technical and drafting expertise. Tasks are assigned with general instructions and are supported by professional oversight from more experienced technical staff.
The employee employs Computer Aided Drafting and Design (CADD) software to generate detailed technical drawings for roadways, bridges, and structures. This includes drafting and detailing work necessary for the development and finalization of plans based on preliminary sketches, existing highway and bridge plans, as well as field survey data, covering structures such as reinforced concrete box culverts, simple span bridges, metal plate culverts, and bridge rehabilitation projects.
Mathematical skills, including algebra, plane geometry, and trigonometry, are utilized to perform calculations for plan quantities and to execute structural drafting, all under the guidance of professional and technical mentors.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
Other Requirements:
How to Apply:
Veterans:
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
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
You may only apply/test once for this posting. Your results will be provided via email.
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Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there's more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little "extras" that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit and click on the benefits box.
*Eligibility rules apply.
The Engineering Technician position at the Department of Transportation Engineering District 2 is now open for permanent, full-time applicants. This role includes a comprehensive one-year training program designed to immerse you in multiple facets of engineering through hands-on learning experiences. This unique opportunity will equip you with the skills and knowledge necessary to progress into a stable career within the District. Become a part of the PennDOT District 2 team and take the next step in your professional journey with this thrilling career opportunity!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
The employee engages in a range of entry-level technical tasks across all aspects of the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PENNDOT), encompassing design, construction, and maintenance activities. This role involves providing engineering support to various PENNDOT units while cultivating a foundational understanding of departmental policies, procedures, organizational roles, and workflow dynamics.
Training is structured around scheduled rotational assignments within Engineering Districts, allowing employees to become acquainted with district personnel and operational procedures while actively participating in projects that align with the overall training goals. Additionally, employees will attend classroom sessions as determined by the program coordinator, as outlined in the accompanying ET Training Manual.
Work assignments undergo thorough scrutiny before being allocated and are meticulously reviewed for completeness, technical precision, and methodological soundness both during the process and upon completion. Following the successful conclusion of the training program, final job placements will be determined to satisfy the needs of both the employee and the department.
This position entails technical responsibilities related to the creation of diverse roadway, bridge, and structural plans, maps, and similar drawings, adhering to established methods and procedures while applying technical and drafting expertise. Tasks are assigned with general instructions and are supported by professional oversight from more experienced technical staff.
The employee employs Computer Aided Drafting and Design (CADD) software to generate detailed technical drawings for roadways, bridges, and structures. This includes drafting and detailing work necessary for the development and finalization of plans based on preliminary sketches, existing highway and bridge plans, as well as field survey data, covering structures such as reinforced concrete box culverts, simple span bridges, metal plate culverts, and bridge rehabilitation projects.
Mathematical skills, including algebra, plane geometry, and trigonometry, are utilized to perform calculations for plan quantities and to execute structural drafting, all under the guidance of professional and technical mentors.
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 may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time on Monday and Friday. 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 Clearfield.
- 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.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
- An associate degree in surveying, drafting, designing, civil, or any other appropriate field of engineering technology.
- 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.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
How to Apply:
- Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
- This posting requires submission of a copy of your college transcript(s). Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You may upload your document as an attachment during the application process. You must still complete the application and answer the supplemental questions. All documents MUST be uploaded prior to the submission of your application.
- Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date . Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
- Failure to comply with the above application requirements will eliminate you from consideration for this position.
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 and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at .
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.
Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this short video !
See the total value of your benefits package by exploring our benefits calculator .
Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there's more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little "extras" that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit and click on the benefits box.
*Eligibility rules apply.
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