Basics Schedule Location Job Specifics How to Apply Indicates whether if this vacancy posting is part of the NY HELPS Program. NY HELP No The agency in which the vacancy exists. Agency Canal Corporation The job title for the vacancy. Title Transportation Construction Inspector 1, 2, or 3 (Asset Mngt & Inspection Bureau) The job title for the vacancy. Occupational Category I.T. Engineering, Sciences The salary grade for this vacancy. Salaries are determined by salary grade and bargaining unit. Salary Grade NS The collective bargaining unit to which this vacancy is assigned. Bargaining Unit PS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF) The minimum and maximum of the salary range for this vacancy. Salary Range From $21.22 to $25.46 Hourly Indicates whether this job is full-time or part-time. If the job is part-time, an estimated percentage will be provided. Employment Type Full-Time This indicates the type of job, typically permanent, temporary, or provisional. 'Provisional' means that the appointment will be temporary until the incumbent takes and passes an appropriate civil service examination. Appointment Type Temporary Jurisdictional class is the indicator for how this job can be filled. The classified service is governed by the Civil Service Commission, and consists of competitive, non-competitive, exempt, and labor classes. 'Competitive class' indicates that the applicant must take and pass an appropriate civil service examination. 'Non-competitive class' indicates that the applicant's qualifications will be evaluated without a civil service examination. 'Exempt class' indicates that the applicant will be evaluated by methods other than competitive or non-competitive, and that incumbents will not be granted tenure. 'Labor class' requires that applicants possess skills or other physical characteristics that cannot effectively be evaluated by other means. The unclassified service is legislatively defined, and includes such positions as elected officials, department and agency heads, and all academic personnel in public schools, colleges, and universities. Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class Estimates the percentage of time incumbents of this vacancy will be required to travel. Travel Percentage 33% This provides information on the expected workweek. Workweek Mon-Fri The number of hours in the workweek, typically 37.5 or 40 for full time, or any other number for part time. Hours Per Week 37.5 Workday The start time for this vacancy. If the agency employs flextime, this will be the earliest time this vacancy's shift can start. From 7:30 AM The end time for this vacancy. If the agency employs flextime, this will be the latest time this vacancy's shift can end. To 3:30 PM If checked, the agency allows flextime. Flextime allowed? No If checked, this vacancy includes mandatory overtime. Mandatory overtime? No If checked, this agency allows compressed workweek scheduling. Compressed workweek allowed? No If checked, this agency allows telecommuting for this position. Telecommuting allowed? No The county in which the vacancy is located. County To Be Determined The street address where the vacancy is located. Street Address Albany / Syracuse / Buffalo The city where the vacancy is located. City Albany / Syracuse / Buffalo The state where the vacancy is located (the default is New York). State NY The zip code where the vacancy is located. Zip Code 12207 The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. Duties Description Under the supervision of the Director of Asset Management & Inspection or their designee, a TCI will be assigned to assist with the following engineering and engineering related duties: Assist with conducting detailed inspections of bridges, culverts, retaining walls, and other canal-related structures to ensure compliance with design specifications, codes, and safety standards. Document and report any structural deficiencies, damages, or maintenance needs observed during inspections. Use various tools and equipment to measure dimensions, assess conditions, and test materials. Assist with preparing comprehensive inspection reports, including photographs, sketches, and detailed descriptions of findings. Maintain accurate and organized records of all inspections, including dates, locations, and observations. Assist in the identification and documentation of canal infrastructure assets, ensuring that all relevant information is accurately captured in the asset management system. Verify and update inventory asset information, including condition assessments and maintenance history. Coordinate with contractors, engineers, and other stakeholders to facilitate inspections and ensure that projects are progressing according to schedule. Communicate findings and recommendations to the Inspection Engineer and other relevant parties. Ensure that all inspection activities comply with local, state, and federal regulations, as well as industry standards and best practices. Adhere to safety protocols and guidelines to ensure a safe working environment for all personnel involved in inspection activities. Provide technical assistance and support to the Inspection Engineer in the review of construction plans, specifications, and related documents. Assist in the development of inspection plans and schedules. Stay updated on the latest inspection techniques, tools, and industry standards through continuous learning and professional development. Participate in training sessions and workshops as required. The minimum qualifications required for this vacancy. Minimum Qualifications Transportation Construction Inspector 1: Non-Competitive 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. Transportation Construction Inspector 2 Non-Competitive 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. Transportation Construction Inspector 3 Non-Competitive 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. ** Please note that 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 ** Additional comments regarding the vacancy. Additional Comments The Asset management & Inspection Bureau is seeking to fill multiple positions of Transportation Construction Inspector (TCI) in the Albany Headquarters, Syracuse Division Office, and/or Buffalo Division Office, in anticipation of the summer navigational season. These positions are seasonal in nature (maximum term = approx. 8 months) and the new hourly rates, as of April 1, 2026, are as follows: TCI 1 - $21.22/hr. TCI 2 - $23.34/hr. TCI 3 - $25.46/hr. ** The location of these positions are to be determined and may be filled in Albany, Syracuse, or Buffalo. ** 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 an important role in New York's economic development, tourism industry and environmental stewardship. 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. Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. The name of the contact person for this vacancy. Name recruitment@canals.ny.gov The telephone number to use for questions about this vacancy. Telephone 518-449-6003 The fax to use for this vacancy. Fax Email address for emailing applications, or to ask questions about this vacancy. Email Address recruitment@canals.ny.gov Address The street address of the contact for this vacancy. Street 30 S. Pearl Street The city for the contact for this vacancy. City Albany The state of the contact for this vacancy (the default is New York). State NY The zip code for the contact for this vacancy. Zip Code 12207 Instructions for potential applicants. 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 - Asset Mngt & Inspection Bureau (2026)" in the subject line of your e-mail. CONTACT: recruitment@canals.ny.gov phone: 518.449.6003 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. Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from the candidate before such time, please contact the Governor's Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov