Roadside Technician 2

THE POSITION

NOTE: THIS IS A REPOSTING OF CSSC-2026-45013-11810. IF YOU APPLIED UNDER THE PREVIOUS POSTING WHICH WAS OPEN FROM MARCH 16, 2026 TO MARCH 29, 2026, YOU CANNOT SUBMIT A NEW APPLICATION.

Are you someone who appreciates the great outdoors and would enjoy a career dedicated towards ensuring Pennsylvania roadways are well maintained? The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is on the lookout for a talented Roadside Technician 2 to tackle highly organized tasks associated with the planning and management of roadside vegetation projects. This is an exciting opportunity to support landscape and roadside design efforts within Chester County, ensuring that projects are not only efficient but also aesthetically pleasing and environmentally sustainable. Apply today to play a key role in keeping our roadways safe, clean, and scenic!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Roadside Technician 2, you will play a crucial role in the planning and preparation of moderately complex contract specifications, which will involve conducting thorough research and performing historical cost and usage analyses. You will conduct field investigations related to various requests and complaints, including those concerning mowing, tree removal and pruning, brushing, litter pickup and removal, general landscaping, and the maintenance of roadside welcome centers and rest areas. You will also prepare cost estimates and bid proposals for roadside maintenance services, in addition to providing oversight for contracted maintenance services in the assigned area. Duties will involve conducting pre-service equipment inspections for vendors and participating in pre-service meetings for each service contract. You will be responsible for monitoring and maintaining an ongoing inventory of all necessary roadside maintenance activities, regularly sending work lists to contractors, and keeping a close eye on the budget for all contracted services to ensure that quantity usage is accurately tracked.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

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 may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 2 days per week, following the first 6 months of employment. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Coatesville. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• 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:

• One year as a Roadside Technician 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Two years of experience in technical landscaping, roadside development, or soil conservation work; and graduation from high school; or
• One year experience in technical landscaping or roadside development activities and an Associate's Degree in agricultural, forestry, landscape technology, or a related field; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training.

Other Requirements:

• This particular position also requires possession of a Class C non-commercial driver's license.
• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
• 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