Technical Assistant

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Allegheny County, PA

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Start a rewarding career with the Department of Transportation as a Technical Assistant. This position gives you hands-on experience with construction records, materials reviews, and project support that strengthens our transportation network. You will be part of a team that values accuracy, teamwork, and service to the public. Step into a role where every task helps keep Pennsylvania moving forward.

This position plays a key role in supporting construction documentation, field reviews, and project accuracy for transportation projects. The work helps ensure that construction activities meet Department standards and that records are complete and reliable. As a Technical Assistant, you will perform the following duties:

Documentation Review: Check project records and materials reports for accuracy and compliance with Department policies
Project Support: Assist in maintaining construction project documentation using ECMS, PPCC, and mobile applications
Cost Verification: Review calculations and quantities to confirm that submitted costs and payments are correct
Field Inspection: Observe construction activities and traffic control setups to ensure they follow plans and specifications
Material Testing: Assist with sampling and reviewing materials and collect required certifications for project use

Requirements

• Graduation from high school ; or Any equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Meet the PA residency requirement.
• Be able to perform essential job functions.

Nice To Haves

• Telework part-time, on an ad-hoc basis (requires securely configured high-speed internet and approved location inside Pennsylvania)
• Option to report to the headquarters office in Bridgeville if unable to telework.

Responsibilities

• Check project records and materials reports for accuracy and compliance with Department policies
• Assist in maintaining construction project documentation using ECMS, PPCC, and mobile applications
• Review calculations and quantities to confirm that submitted costs and payments are correct
• Observe construction activities and traffic control setups to ensure they follow plans and specifications
• Assist with sampling and reviewing materials and collect required certifications for project use

Benefits

• Full-time employment
• Telework opportunity (part-time, ad-hoc basis)
• Equal employment opportunity employer
• Commitment to a diverse workforce
• Values inclusion
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED