Roadway Programs Technician 1

Join the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation as a Roadway Programs Technician 1 and help keep Erie County roads and maintenance programs operating smoothly. This career gives you the chance to work with important data, materials, and field operations that support safe and reliable transportation. Every day brings new opportunities to solve problems, coordinate resources, and contribute to meaningful projects. Apply today and start building valuable experience while making a difference in your community! DESCRIPTION OF WORK As Roadway Programs Technician 1, you will support roadway maintenance operations by reviewing data, managing materials, coordinating resources, and helping monitor field activities. The work you will do helps ensure maintenance programs meet department goals and operate efficiently. As a Roadway Programs Technician 1, you will perform the following duties:

• Program Analysis: Review work plans and operational data to support balanced programs and recommend adjustments when needed
• Inventory Management: Maintain inventory records, complete physical counts, and help ensure materials are available for maintenance activities
• Material Coordination: Coordinate material deliveries with vendors, resolve site delivery issues, and support efficient distribution of resources
• Field Monitoring: Observe maintenance operations, gather field data, and help verify compliance with approved maintenance standards
• Damage Documentation: Inspect roadway asset damage, collect accident information, prepare estimates, and track repair activities
• Reporting Support: Prepare reports, track equipment agreements, complete PA One calls, and provide information to management, * 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, * 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.
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Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year of experience as a Technical Assistant (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• One year of experience in analysis of data utilized in planning and scheduling of work, materials and equipment and graduation from high school or GED equivalent; or
• An Associate’s Degree in a field of Business Administration, Computer Science, Highway Engineering Technology or other closely related program; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree.

Other Requirements:

• This particular position also requires possession of a current driver’s license which is not under suspension.
• You must meet the

. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the and click on Residency Guidelines. * You must be able to perform essential job functions. Legal Requirements: .

• You must pass a background investigation.

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in the 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., Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this short ! See the total value of your benefits package by exploring our . 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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