Roadside Specialist 1

The Department of Transportation is actively looking to hire a Roadside Specialist 1 to oversee the District Roadside Program within the Maintenance Unit. This role involves a variety of technical responsibilities related to the development and upkeep of roadside areas. The selected candidate will play a crucial part in managing contracted services, which include essential tasks such as mowing and tree trimming. Additionally, the specialist will be responsible for inspecting the materials used along the roadside and evaluating the work completed by contractors to ensure compliance with standards. Another key aspect of this position is assisting in the implementation of pesticide applications across the district, contributing to the overall health and maintenance of roadside environments. If you are interested in this opportunity, we encourage you to apply today!

In this position, you will support the Roadside Specialist 2 in managing maintenance service purchase contracts, which encompass tasks such as pesticide application, tree removal and trimming, and mowing operations. Your responsibilities will include ensuring that production reports, quality assurance assessments, and periodic production evaluations are conducted as mandated. Additionally, you will address complaints related to herbicide application, tree removal, and mowing activities carried out by both county and contract crews, taking necessary actions to ensure appropriate resolutions are implemented. You will also assist the Roadside Specialist 2 in the preparation and ongoing updates of the annual pesticide programs for both departmental and contractor operations. Furthermore, you will either assist or independently conduct equipment inspections for tree, mowing, and spray contracts prior to their commencement, ensuring timely communication of inspection outcomes to both the contractor and PennDOT management while proactively aiding the contractor in rectifying any identified deficiencies. It will be essential to remind the contractor and their teams of the various goals and timelines associated with the spray programs, emphasizing the importance of completing each program punctually. You will also provide assistance to the Roadside Specialist 2 and/or independently address any technical inquiries from the contractor or their crews regarding the types and timing of herbicide applications, ensuring that production objectives set by the department are met in a cost-effective manner.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this 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.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year as a Roadside Technician 2 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or

• Two years of experience in technical landscaping and roadside development activities; and an Associate's Degree in agronomy, botany, forestry, horticulture, or a closely related field; or

• A Bachelor's Degree in agronomy, botany, forestry, horticulture, or a closely related field; or

• Any equivalent combination of experience and training.

Other Requirements:

• This particular position requires possession of an active non-commercial Pennsylvania Class C Driver's License or equivalent.
• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link 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.

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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.

• 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.