Construction Technician - Madison

Lakeside Engineers, LLC; Wisconsin; Presencial; USD 40.000 - 60.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy located in Wisconsin is seeking a Construction Technician. This role involves inspections, project documentation, and collaboration with project leaders on various construction activities. Ideal candidates should have an Associate Degree in Civil Engineering, strong communication skills, and proficiency with survey tools. The position requires outdoor work in all weather conditions and the ability to manage multiple projects.

Formación

• Current certifications with Highway Technician Certification Program.
• Ability to prioritize and handle several projects at a time.
• Ability to engage in formal and informal correspondence.

Responsabilidades

• Maintain accurate project records and documentation.
• Perform inspections of structures, pavement, grading, and drainage systems.
• Assist with field surveys and contribute to project reports.

Conocimientos

Knowledge and experience with AASHTOWare Project

Solid communication skills

Engineering calculations

Proficiency in MS Office

Computer-aided design skills

Educación

Associate Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline

Herramientas

GPS

AutoLevel

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Descripción del empleo

Join our multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy located in Southcentral Wisconsin, where you’ll be valued as an important contributor from day one. This role offers the chance to expand and diversify your engineering experience through a wide range of transportation projects for state, county, and local government clients. You’ll apply your skills and knowledge to real-world challenges, working within a collaborative, team-oriented environment under the guidance of one of our experienced Construction Leaders.

This role will be physically assigned to one or more construction projects in Southcentral Wisconsin to perform inspection-related tasks and hold both field and office responsibilities. Tasks may include material sampling and testing, completed quantity measurement, evaluation of performance, and project record keeping, including project diaries, material documentation, and item record account.

All levels of experience considered.

Primary Job Functions:

In the role of Construction Technician, you’ll work closely with a Construction Leader to support a broad range of construction activities. Responsibilities include maintaining accurate project records and documentation, performing inspections of structures, pavement, grading, and drainage systems, assisting with field surveys, and contributing to the development of reports, project exhibits, plans, specifications, and contract documents. Assignments may vary temporarily based on project needs and overall workload. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, proactive, dependable, and excels at building strong working relationships.

Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge and experience with AASHTOWare Project or other construction contract management software.
• Solid communication, interpersonal and organizational skills. Good command of English grammar and spelling. Ability to engage in formal and informal correspondence.
• Ability to prepare, interpret, and utilize plans, maps, specifications, special provisions, and reports.
• Ability to perform engineering calculations and to prepare engineering reports.
• Ability to use and maintain various engineering and survey tools and equipment, including but not limited to GPS and AutoLevel.
• Current certifications with Highway Technician Certification Program or other related material testing certifications.
• Ability to work outdoors in all types of weather conditions.
• Access to reliable transportation.
• Working knowledge of MS Office suite.
• Ability to prioritize, handle several projects at a time and be a “self-starter”.
• Ability to occasionally work after business hours and/or weekends.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently with limited supervision.
• Computer-aided design skills such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, etc.
• Ability to physically perform the essential job functions.

Education:
Associate Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline.