Construction Projects Technician 1

The City is seeking candidates interested in conducting field inspections for city departments' public work projects who are pursuing or have an associate's degree in building construction technology, engineering technology, civil, mechanical, metallurgical or materials engineering, or architectural design. Candidates with high school and two years of experience performing inspections in the Streets or Water Department may qualify. We offer room for advancement and free SEPTA transit for City employees. Apply by Friday, April 21, 2024.

This is technical work, of limited scope and difficulty, performing tests and inspections of construction materials or the civil, electrical, or mechanical phases of public works projects to assure that work performed by contractors and manufacturers complies with contracts, plans and specifications and meets current standards for work quality. Interpreting construction, contract, and permit requirements, and informing contractors and superiors of non conformity to contractual agreements and construction and permit violations are significant aspects of the work. Work is performed under the supervision of a technical superior.

Minimum Training, Education & Experience

The following statement represents the minimum training and experience standards which will be used to admit or reject applicants for tests. Candidates must meet requirements within 30 days after the last date for filing applications.

CIVIL SPECIALTIES:

OPTION 1:
1. EDUCATION:
Completion of two years of study at an accredited college or university with major course work in building construction technology, engineering technology, civil, mechanical, metallurgical or materials engineering, or architectural design.

OR

Completion of a vocational program at an accredited technical institute with major course work in building construction technology or engineering technology.

Please note candidates must attach a copy of their transcript with their application if they are seeking to qualify under Option 1.
OR

OPTION 2:
1. EDUCATION:
Possession of the Construction Management Certificate issued by the City of Philadelphia demonstrating successful completion of the Street's Department 10-course Construction Management Certificate Program.

AND

2. EXPERIENCE:
One year of experience at the full-performance level performing engineering aide work or technical street and highway construction and repair inspection work.

OR

OPTION 3:
1. EDUCATION:
Equivalent to completion of the twelfth school grade.

AND

2. EXPERIENCE:
Two years of technical experience in:
the inspection of street and highway construction and repair projects as a Highway Construction Inspector 1 in the Streets Department
the maintenance or construction of water, sewer, or storm water infrastructure, or commercial building construction in a Philadelphia Water Department workforce development program.

Physical & Medical Requirements

Ability to physically perform the duties and to work in the environmental conditions required of a position in this class.

Required Licenses & Certifications

Possession of a valid proper class motor vehicle operator's license as issued by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania prior to, and during tenure of employment as a Construction Projects Technician 1 if required by the work assignment

Other Requirements

TRANSCRIPT, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Candidates MUST submit a copy of their official college or university transcript(s) indicating completion of the educational requirement and all required licenses, registrations or certifications at the time of application. Transcripts MUST indicate conference of the appropriate degree. Candidates with a degree from foreign colleges or universities must submit proof of degree as certified by a professional evaluation service.

Candidates MUST submit a copy of their license, registration or certification.

If you have ever submitted a paper transcript, license, registration or certification for any City of Philadelphia civil service examination, you have to submit another document

Option 1 - Upload a paperless license, registration, or certification - One time only.

You may upload documents into your account and attach a document with this application. Once the document is uploaded to your account, it may be attached to all future applications. Attaching your document will save you time and money if you apply for an examination in the future, and you will be assured that your transcript cannot be misplaced.

Your documents should be uploaded and attached to your application before it is submitted. They cannot be uploaded or added to your application electronically after your application has been submitted.

Option 2 - Submit a paper license, registration, or certification - Separate document required for each application

If you submit a paper copy of a transcript, license, registration or certification, the document will be used for this application only. You will have to submit documents again whenever you apply for an examination in the future. Paper documents will not be retained and will not be returned to applicants.

Mailing address for paper transcript and other required materials:

Nathan Vader Wyse, MPASenior Human Resources Analyst - Selection (Public Works)

City of Philadelphia Office of Human Resources1401 JFK Blvd., Ste. 1530
Philadelphia, PA

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Equivalency Statement(s)

Any equivalent combination of education and experience determined to be acceptable by the Office of Human Resources.PDN-9be58ac4-b2ef-4b61-aa66-35ccf