Engineering Technician Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/pabureau/jobs/newprint/4837528) Apply  Engineering Technician Salary $39,785.00 - $59,384.00 Annually Location Clearfield County, PA Job Type Civil Service Permanent Full-Time Job Number CS-2025-19141-12010 Department Department of Transportation Division TR Dstr Off 0200 Opening Date 02/20/2025 Closing Date 3/6/2025 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code 12010 Position Number Multiple positions may be filled from this posting. Union AFSCME Bargaining Unit B1 Pay Group ST04 Bureau / Division Code 0080200 Bureau / Division TR District Office 2-0 Worksite Address 70 PennDOT Drive City Clearfield, Pennsylvania Zip Code 16830 Contact Name Heather Sage Contact Email hsage@pa.gov + Description + Benefits + Questions THE POSITION Seize this incredible opportunity to kickstart your career with the Department of Transportation (PennDOT) in Clearfield! PennDOT Engineering District 2 is actively seeking candidates for a permanent, full-time Engineering Technician position. This is not just an ordinary job but a stepping stone to an exciting engineering career through our comprehensive one-year training program. Throughout this program, you will dive deep into various engineering disciplines, gaining essential hands-on experience that will equip you with valuable skills and pave the way for a successful and lasting career within our vibrant district. Do not miss out on the chance to make a real impact. Take the next step in your professional journey and become a vital part of the enthusiastic team at PennDOT District 2! DESCRIPTION OF WORK PennDOT in Clearfield is excited to offer a one-year trainee program for Engineering Technicians specializing in highway design. This program equips participants with essential skills through hands-on technical work in design, construction, and maintenance while providing a thorough understanding of departmental policies. Training includes rotational assignments in Engineering Districts, allowing trainees to engage with district personnel and contribute to significant projects effectively. Classroom training will further enhance their expertise. All work will be closely monitored and reviewed, ensuring successful job placement that meets both employee ambitions and departmental goals upon completion. Trainees will prepare roadway, bridge, and structural plans using Computer-Aided Drafting and Design (CADD) and conduct field inspections to develop notes and sketches under professional guidance. Additionally, they will apply survey principles for data collection, significantly impacting highway and bridge design and construction. . By joining our team, you will play a key role in shaping the future of transportation through imaginative and practical engineering solutions. We look forward to your contributions! 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. + This position is vendor controlled hours during your phase in construction. + 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 (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) and click on Residency. + You must be able to perform essential job functions. How to Apply: + Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnot 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). + If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. + 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 www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov. 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/testoncefor this posting. + Your results will be provided via email. Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this shortvideo (https://www.youtube.com/embed/HtcSRnndflc?rel=0) ! See the total value of your benefits package by exploring ourbenefits 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 visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box. *Eligibility rules apply. 01 INSTRUCTIONS You must complete the supplemental question(s) below. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. Youmustcomplete the applicationandanswer the supplemental question(s). Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score. All information you provide on your application and supplemental question(s) is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. Read the question(s) carefully. Determine and select the option that most closely represents your highest level of experience/training/certification. The option you choose must be clearly supported if requested. If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions. If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to ourFAQ page (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) . + Yes 02 Do you have a conferred associate's degree or higher, or are you within three months of completing an associate's degree or higher, in surveying, drafting, designing, civil, or any other appropriate field of engineering technology? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted. If you answer "Yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visitinghttps://www.naces.organd clicking the Evaluation Services link. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information. + Yes + No 03 If you do not have a conferred associate's degree or higher, on what date do you expect to receive your degree? Type N/A in the text box if this does not apply. Required Question Employer Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Address 613 North Street Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120 Website http://www.employment.pa.gov