Transportation Construction Inspector Supervisor - Bridge Inspection
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Transportation Construction Inspector Supervisor - Bridge Inspection
Salary
$51,971.00 - $79,062.00 Annually
Location
Blair County, PA
Job Type
Civil Service Permanent Full-Time
Job Number
CS-2026-40499-10630
Department
Department of Transportation
Division
TR Dstr Off 900
Opening Date
01/15/2026
Closing Date
1/28/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code
10630
Position Number
00017018
Union
AFSCME
Bargaining Unit
B2
Pay Group
ST06
Bureau / Division Code
080900
Bureau / Division
PennDOT Engineering District 9-0
Worksite Address
1620 N. Juniata Street
City
Hollidaysburg, Pennsylvania
Zip Code
16648
Contact Name
Brenda Findley
Contact Phone
814.678.5083
Contact Email
bfindley@pa.gov
Description
Benefits
Questions
THE POSITION
The Department of Transportation is actively looking for a Transportation Construction Inspector Supervisor to join their team in Blair County. This role involves overseeing a dedicated bridge inspection team within the designated Engineering District, ensuring that all bridge safety inspections are conducted on existing structures in compliance with the National Bridge Inspection Standards as well as departmental guidelines. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in maintaining the safety and integrity of the region's bridges, contributing to the overall infrastructure quality. If you are passionate about transportation safety and want to make a significant impact, consider applying today to become a valued member of the District 9-0 team!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
In this position, you will oversee a bridge inspection assistant while executing a range of technical responsibilities related to the assessment of bridges and other structures, adhering to the National Bridge Inspection Standards (NBIS). Your duties will include conducting safety inspections on existing bridges, evaluating all structural elements such as concrete footings, abutments, wing walls, bearings, back walls, steel beams, girders, truss members, pre-stressed concrete beams, timber construction, bridge decks, wearing surfaces, expansion devices, approach slabs, relief joints, piers, bents, rivets, bolts, welds, and various safety features. You will also inspect for issues like accident damage, water erosion of footings, and the wear or corrosion of pins, eyebars, and other steel components, as well as the condition of bearings.
You will be responsible for maintaining comprehensive bridge inspection records, which include data from the Bridge Management System (BMS3), D-491 forms, photographs, field sketches, and other relevant documents specific to each bridge. Occasionally, you may be assigned special tasks such as inspecting bridges under eight feet, documenting unique bridge conditions, conducting damage assessments, monitoring scour, or measuring the thickness of wearing surfaces and section loss. It is essential to stay updated on BMS3 for inquiries and to ensure accurate data entry into the computer system.
Additionally, you will coordinate with County Maintenance Units and railroads as necessary, both verbally and in writing, to provide the required equipment, permits, and support staff for safe access to structures. You will supervise the collection of field data, including photographs, sketches, narrative descriptions, inspection forms, and detailed reports. Finally, you will prepare a well-organized and thoroughly documented bridge inspection report that addresses critical findings related to the current condition and deficiencies of the structures, in compliance with NBIS requirements.
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=00017018) .
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: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $51,971.00 (before taxes)
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:
One year as a Transportation Construction Inspector (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration);or
Two years 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.
Conditions of Employment:
This position is required to meet the qualifications for a bridge inspection team leader as defined by the current National Bridge Inspection Standards.
This position requires possession of a valid non-commercial Pennsylvania Class C Driver's License or equivalent.
Other Requirements:
You must meet the PA residency requirement (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) and click on Residency.
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.
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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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
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*Eligibility rules apply.
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Do you possess a current driver's license which is not under suspension?
Yes
No
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If you answered "Yes" to the above question, please provide your driver's license number and expiration date. If you answered "No", @type N/A in the text box below.
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Do you possess an active Professional Engineer license?
Yes
No
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If you answered "Yes" to the above question, please provide the issuing state, license number, and expiration date. If you answered "No", @type N/A in the text box below.
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Have you successfully passed the NCEES Fundamentals of Engineering exam?
Yes
No
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Have you successfully completed a Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) approved comprehensive bridge inspection training course?
Yes
No
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What level of conferred degree do you possess in engineering from a college or university accredited by or determined as substantially equivalent by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology?
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 answer this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visitinghttps://www.naces.organd clicking the Evaluation Services link.
A conferred Associate's degree
A conferred Bachelor's degree or higher
None
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How much full-time bridge inspection work experience do you possess?
5 years or more
4 but less than 5 years
2 but less than 4 years
None of the above
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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 experience must also 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.
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INSTRUCTIONS You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. 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 questions. 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 questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.
Read each question carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training.The "Level of Performance" you choose must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered.In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.
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) .
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WORK BEHAVIOR 1 - BRIDGE INSPECTIONS
Performs safety inspections of various @types of bridge structures such as steel, concrete, and wood to identify structural deficiencies and ensure public safety.
Levels of Performance
Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.
A. I have experience performing safety inspections on steel, concrete, and wooden bridge structures.
B. I have experience performing safety inspections on steel or concrete bridge structures. I have NOT inspected wooden bridge structures.
C. I have experience performing safety inspections on wooden bridge structures. I did NOT perform safety inspections on steel or concrete bridge structures.
D. I have NO experience related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, @type N/A in the box below.
The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
The @types of bridge(s) on which you performed safety inspections.
The @types of structural deficiencies you identified.
Your level of responsibility.
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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 experience must also 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.
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WORK BEHAVIOR 2 - INSPECTION REPORTS
Analyzes bridge inspection data, provides engineering recommendations for the repair and/or replacement of bridge components, and identifies the priority of the order that repairs should take place. Prepares bridge safety inspection reports, sketches, photos, and other tracking spreadsheets.
Levels of Performance
Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.
A. I have experience analyzing bridge inspection data, providing engineering recommendations for the repair and/or replacement of bridge components, and identifying the priority of the order that repairs should take place. I also prepared bridge safety inspection reports, sketches, photos, or spreadsheets.
B. I have experience analyzing construction inspection data NOT related to bridge structures. I provided engineering recommendations for the repair and/or replacement of relative components and identified the priority of the order that repairs should take place. I also prepared safety inspection reports, sketches, photos, or spreadsheets.
C. I have experience conducting various safety inspections such as mechanical, electrical, building, etc. I provided recommendations for the repair and/or replacement of relative components. I also prepared standard safety inspection reports that did not include sketches, photos, or spreadsheets.
D. I have NO experience related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, @type N/A in the box below.
The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
Bridge inspection data you analyzed.
Construction inspection data you analyzed.
Safety inspections you conducted.
Examples of engineering recommendations you provided for the repair and/or replacement of bridge components.
Your level of responsibility.
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WORK BEHAVIOR 3 - TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
Provides technical assistance and guidance to agency staff in county maintenance district offices, municipalities, and various other technical and professional agencies regarding federal and state bridge inspection policies and procedures, regulations, and documentation.
Levels of Performance
Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.
A. I have experience providing technical assistance and guidance to agency staff such as in county maintenance district offices, municipalities, and various other technical and professional agencies regarding federal and state BRIDGE INSPECTION policies and procedures, regulations, and documentation.
B. I have experience providing technical assistance and guidance to agency staff and various other technical and professional agencies regarding federal and state inspection policies and procedures, regulations, and documentation involving areas such as BUILDING CONSTRUCTION, HOME INSPECTIONS, HIGHWAY INSPECTIONS, ETC.
C. I have experience providing technical assistance and guidance to others in ANY FIELD regarding policies and procedures, regulations, or documentation; OR I have completed college-level coursework related to this work behavior such as communications, public speaking, or public relations.
D. I have NO experience or education related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, @type N/A in the box below.
The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
Examples of the @type of technical assistance you provided and to whom you provided it.
Your level of responsibility.
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, @type N/A in the text box below.
College/University
Course Title
Credits/Clock Hours
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WORK BEHAVIOR 4 - SUPERVISION
Supervises subordinate staff by assigning work, reviewing employee performance, preparing evaluation reports, providing guidance and training, approving/disapproving leave requests, and resolving/responding to grievances or complaints.
Levels of Performance
Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.
A. I have experience supervising subordinate staff that included responsibilities such as assigning work, reviewing employee performance, preparing evaluation reports, providing guidance and training, approving/disapproving leave requests, and resolving/responding to grievances or complaints.
B. I have experience serving as a lead worker. I performed duties such as providing on-the-job training to newly hired staff, reviewing their work, and providing input to the supervisor. I was not responsible for assigning their work, reviewing employee performance, preparing evaluation reports, providing guidance and training, approving/disapproving leave requests, or resolving/responding to grievances or complaints.
C. I have completed formal supervisory training.
D. I have NO experience or training related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, @type N/A in the box below.
The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
Your level of supervision (i.e., 1st level supervisor, manager)
Types/classifications of employees you supervised.
Your level of responsibility.
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to training, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, @type N/A in the text box below.
School/College/University
Course Title
Credits/Clock Hours
Required Question
Employer
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Address
613 North Street
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120
Website
http://www.employment.pa.gov
