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Transportation Construction Inspector

Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania
$46,827.00 - $70,592.00 Annually
dental insurance, vision insurance, parental leave, vacation time, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan
United States, Pennsylvania, Harrisburg
2140 Herr Street (Show on map)
Nov 13, 2026
Salary

$46,827.00 - $70,592.00 Annually

Location

Dauphin County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

CS-2026-62668-10620

Department

Department of Transportation

Division

TR Dstr Off 800

Opening Date

11/13/2026

Closing Date

11/27/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

10620

Position Number

00077467

Union

AFSCME

Bargaining Unit

B1

Pay Group

ST05

Bureau / Division Code

00080800

Bureau / Division

Transportation - Engineering District 8-0

Worksite Address

2140 Herr Street

City

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

17103

Contact Name

Nicholas Jones

Contact Email

nichojones@pa.gov; cc dshiffka@pa.gov


THE POSITION

Turn transportation plans into lasting improvements for Pennsylvania communities as a Transportation Construction Inspector with the Department of Transportation. In this rewarding role, you will be at the center of highway improvement projects, helping ensure work is completed safely, correctly, and according to established requirements. Collaborate with contractors, developers, and local officials while gaining valuable experience in construction inspection and project oversight. Make a meaningful impact on transportation infrastructure that serves travelers across the Commonwealth every day.



DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Transportation Construction Inspector, you will perform field inspections and permit-related activities to ensure highway work follows approved plans, regulations, and safety requirements. This position combines construction oversight, customer interaction, documentation, and technical review responsibilities to support transportation projects and public safety. As a Transportation Construction Inspector, you will perform the following duties:

  • Field Inspections: Inspect permit locations and construction activities to verify compliance with approved plans regulations and workmanship standards
  • Permit Compliance: Monitor highway occupancy permit work and identify deficiencies violations or required corrective actions
  • Technical Reviews: Review applications plans specifications and supporting documents for accuracy completeness and regulatory compliance
  • Customer Support: Meet with property owners contractors developers and local officials to explain permit requirements and resolve project concerns
  • Project Documentation: Maintain inspection records field diaries reports and files related to permitted construction activities
  • Site Evaluations: Conduct field measurements reviews and observations to assess access drainage sight distance and roadway conditions

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.
  • This position will cover projects in Adams and Franklin County
  • 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.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

  • Three years of experience in highway or bridge surveying, design, construction, or inspection work; or
  • Three years of experience in quality control of materials or building or construction industry experience, which includes reading and interpreting blueprints, plans, or schematics; or
  • One year as an Engineering Technician (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
  • Two years as a Transportation Technician or Construction Cost Technician 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
  • One year of construction inspection experience, and an associate's degree in civil engineering, mechanical engineering, geotechnical engineering, surveying engineering technology, or a closely related engineering technology; or
  • An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Special Requirements:

  • This position requires possession of an active non-commercial Pennsylvania Class C Driver's License or equivalent.

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.

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).
  • 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 may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
  • All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional 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.


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.

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