Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyCanal Corporation

TitleTransportation Construction Inspector (1, 2, or 3) - Syracuse

Occupational CategoryI.T. Engineering, Sciences

Salary GradeNS

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $20.60 to $24.72 Hourly

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Temporary

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 40%

Schedule

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

Location

County Onondaga

Street Address 141 Northern Concourse Suite 400

City Syracuse

StateNY

Zip Code13212

Job Specifics

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 Director of Waterways Maintenance or their designee, a TCI will be assigned to assist Waterways Maintenance and Fleet/Marine staff with the following engineering and engineering related duties:

• Work collaboratively with Regional staff, Asset Management, Inspection, Water Management, Dam Safety, and Operations & Maintenance personnel to assist with informal inspection for earthen embankments in the Western Region at the predetermined frequencies.
• Maintain maps and databases indicating current areas of concern along the earthen embankments.
• Collect and document data from various instrumentation along the embankments.
• Document modifications/ interventions to the earthen embankments within the Region.
• Review design plans relevant to earthen embankments and water impounding structures.
• Stay up to date on all required Dam Safety training.
• Develop an understanding of dam safety principles and the NYSCC Embankment Inspection & Maintenance Guidebook.
• Significant field work is necessary in order to perform informal earthen embankment inspections, possibly including performing quality assessment of work performed or underway, and assist in resolving unexpected field conditions.
• Working collaboratively with Fleet, Marine, Asset Management, Inspection, Dam Safety, and Maintenance personnel to plan, design, implement, and oversee maintenance and construction work.
• Assist with assessing and determining the required scope of work for various civil, electrical, mechanical, and environmental projects.
• Assist with preparation of reports, plans, and details to support various maintenance and construction projects.
• Assist with preparation of specifications and other detailed requirements for the work tasks.
• Assist in estimating the cost of planned work and monitoring the cost during the construction phase.
• Assist in procuring materials, equipment, and services.

Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications - Transportation Construction Inspector 1
• One construction season (minimum of 3 months) of work experience in highway, bridge or other civil engineering related construction inspection, as described in the Transportation Construction Inspector Tasks and Duties; OR,

• Completion of at least one semester (minimum of 12 semester credit hours) of college course work as part of an associate degree program in engineering, engineering technology, construction technology, engineering science, surveying technology, drafting/CAD, or heavy equipment operations; OR,

• Completion of at least one semester (minimum of 12 semester credit hours) of college course work as part of a bachelor degree program 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.
Minimum Qualifications - Transportation Construction Inspector 2
• Two separate construction seasons (minimum 6 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; OR,

• Completion of an associate degree program in engineering, engineering technology, construction technology, engineering science, surveying technology, drafting/CAD, or heavy equipment operations; OR,

• Completion of at least 2 years (minimum of 54 semester credit hours) of college course work as part of a bachelor degree program 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,

• Completion of one construction season of work experience, as described in TCI 1 above, plus a minimum of 27 semester credit hours of college course work as part of an associate's or bachelor’s degree program in engineering, engineering technology, construction technology, engineering science, surveying technology, drafting/CAD, or heavy equipment operations
Minimum Qualifications - Transportation Construction Inspector 3
• 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 Opportunities

The 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.

How to Apply

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 preferred***

To be considered for this position please send a Cover Letter, Resume and a copy of any Transcripts to the information below and reference "Transportation Construction Inspector - Syracuse" in the subject line of your e-mail.

CONTACT:
recruitment@canals.ny.gov
phone: 518.449.6003

The 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.