Civil Engineer Trainee

Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/pabureau/jobs/newprint/4510353)

Apply



Civil Engineer Trainee

Salary

$63,590.00 - $75,795.00 Annually

Location

Dauphin County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

CS-2024-84341-11119

Department

Department of Transportation

Division

TR Dstr Off 800

Opening Date

05/20/2024

Closing Date

6/3/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

11119

Position Number

Multiple positions may be filled from this posting.

Union

AFSCME

Bargaining Unit

B4

Pay Group

ST06

Bureau / Division Code

00080800

Bureau / Division

Transportation District Office 8-0

Worksite Address

2140 Herr Street

City

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

17103

Contact Name

Travis Simms

Contact Email

tsimms@pa.gov

• Description

• Benefits

• Questions

THE POSITION

In this position you will participate in training work to develop practical proficiency in the use of civil engineering knowledge, skills and abilities in bridge engineering, transportation engineering, civil structural engineering, hydraulic engineering or geotechnical engineering environment.

This is a great opportunity. Apply now!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This is training work used to develop practical proficiency in the use of engineering knowledge, skills and abilities in a bridge engineering, transportation engineering and/or soils engineering environment; upon successful completion of the trainee period, this position could be permanently assigned in either Design, Construction, or Maintenance.

Performs a variety of duties designed to develop technical skills and proficiency in the field of civil engineering, such as: surveying; drafting and designing; construction and materials inspections; traffic control and traffic planning and various maintenance operations. Serves as a member of a survey party to learn and perform a variety of duties in conjunction with preliminary, construction, and final surveys; receives instructions in the use of all surveying instruments, in reading plans and blueprints, and in the principles of surveying.

Participates in the preparation of construction plans for roads, bridges and other engineering structures by plotting alignments, profiles, topography, depicting terrain and its effect on structural support or performing miscellaneous other drafting and detailing assignments; prepares plans for piles, footings, foundations, and other steel and concrete members necessary to support the structural design, computes or checks computations for design geometric or pre-construction estimates of project material quantities. Inspects construction materials and workmanship on routine phases of construction projects to assure adherence to specifications and standards.

Assists in traffic control studies pertaining to speed restrictions, passing areas, accident investigations, signalization, signing, or similar studies. Participates in County Maintenance projects during various seasons of the year. Performs related work as required.

Work is assigned by the unit the employee is in at the time. Work is reviewed on a continuous basis. Also, written evaluations are submitted when the employee completes training in each unit, and also quarterly.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD_NEOGOV.asp?p=50644703) .

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:With supervisory approval, you may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. Telework eligibility will be limited during the probationary period.

• 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:

• Four years of civil engineering experience, and an Engineer-in-Training certificate issued by or acceptable to the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists;or

• A bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, or in a closely related field, which includes or was supplemented by major course work in civil engineering;or

• An equivalent combination of experience and training which includes possession of an Engineer-in-Training certificate issued by or acceptable to the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists.

• Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within nine months of graduating with a qualifying degree.

  Conditions of Employment:

• This position also requires possession of a valid driver's license which is not under suspension.

  Other Requirements:

• PA residency requirement (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) is currentlywaivedfor this title.

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

  How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe 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.

  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) !

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

Do you possess a valid driver's license which is not under suspension?

• Yes

• No

  02

  CS-Driver's License Details V2 - If you answered yes, please provide your driver's license number and expiration date. If you answered no, type N/A in the text box below.

  03

  How much college coursework have you completed in civil engineering, or in a closely related field?

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 a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted. If you are claiming education acquired outside of the United States, you must also upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.

• Conferred Bachelor's degree or higher

• 120 credits or more

• 90 but less than 120 credits

• 60 but less than 90 credits

• 30 but less than 60 credits

• Less than 30 credits

• None

  04

  11119 - Do you possess a bachelor's degree which includes or is supplemented by major coursework in civil engineering?

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 a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted. If you are claiming education acquired outside of the United States, you must also upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation. 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

  05

  11119 - If you currently do not have a conferred bachelor's degree, are you within 9 months of possessing a conferred bachelor's degree in civil engineering, or in a closely related field, which includes or was supplemented by major coursework in civil engineering?

If yes, please indicate in the text box what date do you expect to receive your degree. Type N/A in the text box if this does not apply.

06

How many years of full-time civil engineering experience do you possess?

• 4 years or more

• 3 but less than 4 years

• 2 but less than 3 years

• 1 but less than 2 years

• Less than 1 year

• None

  07

  CS-MET If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

  08

  Do you possess a valid Engineer-in-Training certificate issued by or acceptable to the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists?

If yes, please provide your certificate number and the issuing state in the text box. Type N/A in the text box if this does not apply.

09

CS-INSTRUCTIONS - SINGLE/DOUBLE FER, CERTIFICATION, ETC. 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

  10

  Do you possess at least 3 months of work or college internship experience in the area of civil engineering?

• Yes

• No

  11

  If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

  Required Question

Agency

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Address

613 North Street

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120

Website

http://www.employment.pa.gov