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Agency Canal Corporation
Title Transportation Construction Inspector 3 - Rome
Occupational Category I.T. Engineering, Sciences
Salary Grade NS
Bargaining Unit PS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary Range From $24.72 to $24.72 Hourly
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Temporary
Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class
Travel Percentage 40%
Workweek Mon-Fri
Hours Per Week 37.5
Workday
From 7 AM
To 3 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? No
Compressed workweek allowed? No
Telecommuting allowed? No
County Oneida
Street Address 248 Otis Street
City Rome
State NY
Zip Code 13441
Duties Description The New York State Canal Corporation (Canals), a subsidiary of the New York Power Authority, is responsible for overseeing and maintaining the 524-mile waterway for boating, recreation, tourism, and agriculture. The Canal system is made up of the Erie, Champlain, Oswego and Cayuga-Seneca canals, linking the Hudson River with the Great Lakes, the Finger Lakes and Lake Champlain. The 200-year-old NYS Canal System plays important roles in New York's economic development, tourism industry and environmental stewardship. The construction season can run year-round, depending on the @type of projects requiring TCI support. These positions are designed to supplement current State construction staff and will assist in monitoring and inspecting construction projects to ensure that the work being performed in accordance with the contract language. To address the dynamic nature of the Canal System, typical projects include infrastructure repairs and replacements for structures including locks, movable dams, guard gates and weirs, dredging work, dam rehabilitations, earthen dam repairs, emergency response and repairs, and culvert repairs, as well as the construction and repair of the Erie Canalway Trail.Under the supervision of the Canal Project Engineer, a TCI 3 will be assigned to one or more construction projects to perform the following construction and/or material inspection and inspection-related tasks:- Perform gradation tests, compaction tests, and moisture content tests.- Inspect the @type and suitability of compaction equipment.- Assist in survey, layout, and measurement activity.- Review and observe air content tests, slump tests, and cylinder reports.- Inspect the methods of concrete curing and surface finishing.- Inspect installation of culverts, sewers, and ditches.- Inspect field welds, surface preparation, and the painting of steel.- Ensure that asphalt temperature and air temperature are optimal for laying asphalt.- Ensure lift thickness conforms to specifications and that asphalt is properly compacted.- Calculate actual quantities and performs technical checking activities.- Perform design, verification, or acceptance testing on construction materials.- Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications - Advancement to TCI 3 after having six (6) months of satisfactory experience as a TCI 2; OR- Completion of 3 months as a TCI 2 and completion of at least 81 credit hours of college course work as part of a Bachelor's Degree program in in engineering, engineering technology, environmental sciences or environmental technology, construction management, construction supervision, engineering management, construction engineering or construction engineering technology, transportation planning, mathematics, physical science, architecture or architectural technology, construction technology, landscape architecture, surveying, physics, geology or forestry; OR- Three separate construction seasons (minimum 9 months total) of work experience in highway, bridge or other civil engineering related construction inspection, as described in the Transportation Construction Inspector Tasks and Duties.NOTE: Degrees and/or college credit must have been awarded by a regionally accredited college or university or one recognized by the NYS Education Department as following acceptable educational practices. If the degree and/or college credit was awarded by an educational institution outside of the United States and its territories, an independent verification of equivalency must be provided. The Examinations Information Desk of the Department of Civil Service maintains a list of acceptable companies which provide this service. Any evaluation fees must be paid by the candidate and will not be reimbursed by the Canal Corporation or New York Power Authority. A list of acceptable companies can also be found at https://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/degrees.cfm.
Additional Comments Canal Corporation Engineering OpportunitiesThe New York State Canal Corporation relies upon engineers to ensure the safe, reliable operation of the 524 miles of the canal system within New York State. The canal system, with its rich history and vital economic impact on the communities it passes through, provides opportunities and unique professional challenges for engineers looking to advance their skillsets and knowledge base. For more information, about Engineering opportunities with the Canal Corporation, including information about the online training and experience questionnaire candidates can fill out to be put on a Civil Service list for hiring, can be found here:https://www.canals.ny.gov/about/jobs/index.html Please note that workday schedule options, Overtime eligibility, as well as telecommuting options, for this position will be discussed with candidates during the interview.Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.Interested candidates who meet the minimum qualifications for the position should send a cover letter and resume by the application deadline to recruitment@canals.ny.gov. Please include the position title, "Transportation Construction Inspector - Syracuse" in the subject line of your email to ensure receipt of your application.Please note that this position may be filled as a TCI 1, 2 or 3, depending upon the qualifications of the selected candidate.The New York State Canal Corporation (Canals), a subsidiary of the New York Power Authority, is responsible for overseeing and maintaining the 524-mile waterway for boating, recreation, tourism and agriculture. The New York State Canal System includes the Erie, Champlain, Oswego and Cayuga-Seneca canals, linking the Hudson River with the Great Lakes, the Finger Lakes and Lake Champlain. The 200-year-old NYS Canal System extends over 524 miles and plays important roles in New York's economic development, tourism industry and environmental stewardship.For more information on The New York State Canal Corporation's mission, values and opportunities, please visit https://www.canals.ny.gov/ The New York Power Authority/New York State Canal Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer.The New York Power Authority and Canal Corporation believes that diversity, equity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents and veterans to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, NYPA/Canals is committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect communities across New York and enthusiastically serve them. We proudly celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race/color, creed/religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, age, disability, military status, gender/sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy and related conditions, familial/marital status, domestic violence victim status, predisposing genetic characteristics, arrest/criminal conviction record or any other category protected by law.NYPA/Canals will also provide reasonable accommodations during the hiring process related to candidates' disabilities, pregnancy-related conditions, religious observances/practices and/or domestic violence concerns. To request an accommodation, please email accessibility@nypa.gov.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Name recruitment@canals.ny.gov
Telephone 518-449-6003
Fax
Email Address recruitment@canals.ny.gov
Address
Street 30 S. Pearl Street
City Albany
State NY
Zip Code 12207
Notes on Applying Please note E-Mail submissions are preferredTo be considered for this position please send a Cover Letter, Resume and a copy of any Transcripts to the information below and reference "TCI 3 - Rome" in the subject line of your e-mail.CONTACT: recruitment@canals.ny.govphone: 518.449.6003The New York State Canal Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer.New York State Human Rights Law prohibits discrimination based on age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, marital status, gender identity, prior arrests, prior conviction records, predisposing genetic characteristics or domestic violence victim status. The New York State Canal Corporation provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please email accessibility@nypa.gov.
