Civil Engineering Technician

Ducks Unlimited; Richmond (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Ducks Unlimited in Richmond, TX is seeking an experienced engineering technician to focus on wetland restoration and enhancement projects. The successful candidate will work closely with biologists and engineers and manage various surveying equipment on construction sites.

This role requires a two-year technical degree and a minimum of 5 years in the engineering/construction industry, with a focus on teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills. Candidates must also be self-motivated and willing to work under various conditions.

Qualifications

• Experience in topographic and construction surveying techniques preferred.
• Knowledge of heavy construction methods and coastal environments preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years experience in the engineering/construction industry required.

Responsibilities

• Operate various surveying equipment for topographic and construction surveys.
• Inspect construction projects for contractor compliance.
• Prepare inspection reports and maintain project records.

Skills

Topographic surveying techniques

Construction surveying techniques

Heavy construction work methods

Project administration

Problem-solving in team settings

Communication skills

AutoCAD Civil3D

Operating ATV and boats

Education

Two-year technical degree in a related field

Tools

Trimble surveying equipment

Job description

Ducks Unlimited, Inc., the world’s leading wetland and waterfowl conservation organization, is seeking a self‑motivated, experienced engineering technician to work in the Southern Regional Office in Richmond, TX. The successful applicant will join a highly motivated conservation team of biologists and engineers responsible for the planning, design, and construction of wetland restoration and enhancement projects within the Southwest Unit (Texas, Oklahoma, New Mexico).

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for the operation of various surveying equipment for topographic and construction surveys.
• Serve as DU’s representative on construction projects, performing inspections to verify contractor compliance with plans, specifications, and standards.
• Prepare inspection reports and maintain project records.
• Assist Regional Engineers and other technicians with various administrative duties.

Qualifications

• Experience with topographic and construction surveying techniques is preferred.
• Knowledge of heavy construction work methods, practices, materials, and equipment in coastal environments is preferred.
• Knowledge of methods and techniques of project administration, construction inspection, and materials testing is preferred.
• A two‑year technical degree in a related field and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in the engineering/construction industry is desirable.
• Must be able to operate ATV and outboard boats in coastal marsh environments.
• Experience with surveying equipment (Trimble) is preferred.
• Experience with AutoCAD Civil3D is desirable.
• Good oral and written communication skills are essential.
• Must be able to work with and solve problems in close team‑based relationships with peers, staff, supervisors, and public and private conservation partners.
• Self‑motivated and goal oriented.
• Willingness to work outside of normal business hours, independently, travel overnight, in inclement weather, and with minimal supervision in remote work environments.

DUCKS UNLIMITED, INC. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is the policy of Ducks Unlimited, Inc. to afford equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, military status, disability, age, or genetic information, except where age or gender is a bona fide occupational qualification as allowed by the Civil Rights Act of 1964. It is the policy of Ducks Unlimited, Inc. to afford equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons regardless of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 or over), disability (physical, mental or visual), genetic information, marital status (including registered domestic partnership status), military and veteran status, immigration status, or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.