Construction Technician Intern

GEI Consultants; Marquette (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-Competitive Compensation

Professional Development Opportunities

Flexible Work Arrangements

Job summary

A consulting engineering firm located in Marquette, Michigan, is looking for a highly motivated Engineering Technician to join their team. Responsibilities include performing engineering duties, conducting construction observations, and testing materials. Candidates must have a high school diploma and preferred background in engineering technology. The position involves travel to project sites and offers competitive compensation along with opportunities for professional development and a supportive company culture.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Previous experience in construction inspection is preferred.
• Certifications from ACI and/or State of Michigan are desired.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel.
• Excellent organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform a broad range of engineering technician duties.
• Conduct construction observation and documentation.
• Collect and perform field and laboratory tests on soil and concrete.
• Travel to project sites, including overnight stays.

Skills

Organizational skills

Willingness to travel

Soil testing

Documentation

Field testing

Education

High School Diploma

AS degree in Engineering Technology or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Surveying equipment

Job description

The Marquette, Michigan office of GEI is seeking highly motivated individuals to perform a broad range of engineering technician duties.

• Candidates will work with engineers, contractors and public works personnel while performing construction observation and documentation, materials testing services, and data collection for infrastructure projects.
• Describes and classifies soil samples.
• Collects and perform field and laboratory tests on soil and concrete.
• Report daily progress/problems in the field-to-field supervisor.
• Travel to project sites required, including overnight travel.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma required, AS degree in Engineering Technology, in pursuit of BS degree in Civil, Geotechnical, or Geology Engineering, or related field highly preferred.
• Previous experience in construction inspection and testing capacity with experience in soils, concrete, and bituminous paving.
• Certifications from ACI and/or State of Michigan highly desired.
• Excellent organizational skills and valid driver’s license are required.
• Must be willing to travel

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using AutoCAD and surveying equipment.

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