Construction Technician (Telecom) / Chicago, IL

G2 Consulting Group, LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid health insurance

Dental and Vision Plans

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

401(k) Plan with matching up to 4% of-

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation and Personal Time Off

Education and Professional Licensing >

Bonus Program

Job summary

G2 Consulting Group is seeking a full-time engineering technician to join our Lake Zurich, IL team. The role focuses on telecom construction observation, testing, report preparation, and foundation mapping surveys, with travel to site locations as needed.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma (associates preferred), basic engineering knowledge, and strong communication skills. Applicants should be able to lift 50 lbs., work outdoors, and hold a valid driver’s license with insurance.

Qualifications

• Minimum High School diploma, or equivalent.
• Associates Degree in Concrete Technology or Civil Technology preferred; minimum two years telecom construction experience preferred.
• Nuclear Density and ACI certifications preferred.
• Ability to read and understand construction plans and specifications.
• Understanding of basic engineering concepts.
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of basic mathematics.
• Strong communication (verbal and written) skills.
• Strong prioritization, coordination and matrix management skills; self-directed and motivated.
• Valid driver’s license, vehicle insurance, and clean driving record.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., stand for long periods, and work outside.
• Willingness to work overtime and weekends; some travel out of town 2–3 days.

Responsibilities

• Represent G2 in a professional manner on assigned construction sites.
• Observe construction activities to ensure conformance with project specifications.
• Submit daily field reports.
• Perform laboratory testing and field observations under supervision.
• Independently operate relevant equipment.
• Manage multiple projects within budgets and deadlines.
• Assist and perform laboratory testing under guidance of senior staff.

Skills

Reading plans

Engineering concepts

Math foundations

Communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Valid driver's license

Willingness to travel

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associates degree in Concrete Technology or Civil Technology

Tools

Concrete testing equipment

Job description

G2 Consulting Group is looking for a full-time engineering technician to join our Lake Zurich, Illinois (Chicagoland) team. The position is telecom focused and the technician will primarily assist with construction observation, testing, report preparation, and foundation mapping surveys. Testing duties will primarily include foundations, reinforcing steel, and concrete. The technician will work closely with project managers and other staff members to ensure timely, quality work. Some travel is required for the position and the technician must have the ability to go out of town on short notice, typically for a duration of 2 to 3 days.

Required Qualifications And Skills

• Minimum High School diploma, or equivalent;
• Preferred: Associates Degree in Concrete Technology or Civil Technology and a minimum of two years related telecom construction experience;
• Preferred Certifications: Nuclear Density and ACI;
• Ability to read and understand construction plans and specifications;
• Understanding of basic engineering concepts;
• Basic computer skills and a solid knowledge of basic mathematics;
• Strong communication (verbal and written) skills;
• Strong prioritization, coordination and matrix management skills, self-directed and self-motivated;
• Good administrative and time management skills with keen attention to detail;
• Must have a valid driver’s license and vehicle insurance and have an excellent driving record;
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.;
• Ability to stand for long periods of time;
• Willingness to work outside.
• Ability to work occasional overtime and weekends
• Some travel requiring out of town and overnight stays is required for the position.

Responsibilities And Duties

• Represent G2 in a professional manner on assigned construction sites.
• Observe construction activities to ensure conformance with project specifications.
• Complete and submit daily field reports.
• Perform routine tasks, tests, and computations associated with construction materials testing and field observations under the supervision of the project engineer or project manager.
• Independently operate relevant equipment.
• Must be able to work on multiple projects for multiple project managers within budgets and deadlines.
• Assist and perform laboratory testing work under the direction of a senior engineer/technician.

Benefits

• Company-paid health insurance
• Dental and Vision Plans
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Plan with matching contributions up to 4% of salary
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation and Personal Time Off
• Education and Professional Licensing Assistance Programs
• Bonus Program

It is the policy of G2 Consulting Group to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. G2 Consulting Group prohibits any such discrimination or harassment.