Engineering Technician - Washington, DC $ SIGN ON BONUS $

hcea; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Employer-paid benefits

Healthcare & dental insurance

401k with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Company stock

Overtime pay

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Hillis-Carnes Capitol Services, PLLC (HCCS) in Washington, DC, seeks Entry-level or Senior-level Engineering Technicians. Starting pay based on experience, with a $500 signing bonus and overtime opportunities.

Company-paid certifications enhance growth, and employees enjoy stock ownership and strong benefit options. Applicants should be prepared to perform field observations and testing on construction materials, communicate findings clearly, and work outdoors on sites with potential for mileage

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; engineering/geology degree is a plus.
• Valid certifications are a plus and may raise starting pay.
• Must meet pre-employment criteria including motor vehicle record.
• Must provide a personal car for job sites; mileage reimbursed.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Able to perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Able to work outdoors on construction sites.
• Lift/move up to 60–80 pounds.
• Willing to obtain company-paid certifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform field observations and testing of construction materials.
• Report observations and findings to project team verbally and in writing.
• Interact with senior staff on various projects as needed.
• Promote a safe workplace and proper PPE usage.
• Complete company-paid certifications to perform testing and inspection tasks; pay raises upon certification success.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Physical strength

Outdoor work

Math basics

Pre-employment criteria

Car for site

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate's or Bachelor's in Engineering/Geology (a plus)

Tools

Certifications: ACI, AWS, ICC, NICET, NRCA

Job description

HURRY! $500 SIGN-ON BONUS* $$$ for all new hires! An additional bonus for one year of service!

Founded in 2015, Hillis-Carnes Capitol Services, PLLC (HCCS) is a top-tier, multi-disciplined, employee-owned engineering firm with a demonstrated history of success! We're looking for motivated candidates to fill the roles of Entry-level or Senior-level Engineering Technician in our office located in Washington, DC. Competitive starting pay based on prior experience, overtime work available, and $500 signing bonus! These are great starting roles in the engineering and construction industries!

Responsibilities:

• Perform field observations and testing of construction materials including soil, concrete, asphalt, masonry, reinforcing steel, and sprayed-on fireproofing.
• Report observations and findings to project team verbally and/or in writing.
• Interacting with senior staff members on a variety of projects, as needed.
• Promoting a safe workplace and proper use of PPE.
• Successfully complete necessary certifications (company-paid) to perform testing and inspection tasks.
  • Pay raises will be provided for successful completion of certifications!

Qualifications:

• High School degree or GED equivalent (Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Geology a plus)
• Valid (ACI, AWS, ICC, NICET, NRCA, etc.) certifications are a plus and will result in higher starting pay!
• Ability to meet pre-employment criteria, including motor vehicle record.
• Provide suitable personal car for use on job sites. Mileage will be reimbursed.
• Possess good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to perform basic mathematic computations.
• Interest in working outdoors on construction sites.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 60-80 pounds.

Compensation and Benefits:

• $500 signing bonus!
• Competitive starting pay based on prior experience.
• Overtime work available.
• Company stock as an employee owner!
• 100% Employer-Paid Benefits, that include Long-Term Disability, Basic Life & Employee Assistance Program).
• Healthcare and dental insurance (w/ Health Savings Account Option)
• Disability insurance
• 401k with Company Match.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Generous compensation for Employee-Referrals.

Check out our website to learn more about us at www.hilliscarnesdc.com!

Minorities and Woman are encouraged to apply.

EOE

*$250 sign-on bonus paid after successfully completing 90 days*; $250 paid after one year of service.