Field Operations Technician - Kiewit Foundations Co.

Kiewit; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Top-tier medical, dental and vision

Retirement plans with matching

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Kiewit Foundations Co. is seeking an Entry Level Field Operations Technician to support our geotechnical projects across North America. You will assist field crews, interpret drawings, and help ensure safety and quality on busy job sites.

This on-site role offers travel possibilities, substantial growth potential within a leading construction firm, and a clear path to advanced opportunities. An associates degree in construction and a strong work ethic are required, with full-time benefits and

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in a construction-related field is required.
• Previous experience in construction is preferred.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to travel/relocate.
• Must be able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Reliable transportation to and from job sites.

Responsibilities

• Assist in interpretation of drawings and specifications for field crews and craft supervision.
• Perform quantity calculations by taking measurements and determining percentage of completed/installed materials and work.
• Assist in the preparation of work plans and work packages.
• Assist in field surveying and work layout support.
• Assist in the preparation of Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs).
• Participate in jobsite safety reviews, toolbox meetings, mass safety meetings, and safety training.
• Order and schedule material deliveries.
• Assist engineers to gather and prepare data for submittal or transmittal to the customer, vendors, subcontractors, governmental agencies, and internal use.
• Assist in the maintenance of basic project recordkeeping and correspondence functions including daily reports and photographs.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Good written and verbal communication

Willing to travel and relocate

Reliable transportation

Education

Associate's degree in construction-related field

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

Requisition ID: 181337
Job Level: Entry Level
Home District/Group: Kiewit Foundations Co
Department: Project Controls
Market: Transportation
Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

Our mission is to make a difference and we offer opportunities for you to make one too through our construction operations. Whether we’re boring tunnels through mountains, turning rivers into energy or building bridges that connect communities, we depend on our passionate, skilled, and safety-minded construction professionals to get it done right.

As a Field Operations Technician you bring your big ideas, commitment to top quality, and an unwavering work ethic. In return, we offer huge career and travel opportunities and the satisfaction of building the next big thing from the ground up. There’s a reason Kiewit attracts the best: we build the biggest, most exciting projects.

District Overview

The Kiewit Foundations Co. team self performs complex geotechnical projects across North America. We deliver creative, cost-efficient solutions that are responsive to each project’s specific site conditions. We utilize value engineering and constructability reviews, and our depth of expertise to offer constructible solutions that optimize budget and schedule. We perform these operations with our fleet of specialty equipment and the management resources of one of the top builders in the country.

Location

Kiewit is a company that goes where the work is, which means a career with us can take you and your family to exciting parts of North America – and maybe even beyond. Kiewit Foundations conducts its operations primarily through Kiewit Infrastructure Company, a subsidiary of Kiewit Corporation. Headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska, we construct both foundations projects across the U.S. and Canada related to transportation, water/wastewater, power, mining, and telecommunications to name a few. These projects are happening in large cities and small towns, so you have a chance to experience it all!

Responsibilities

Field

• Assist in interpretation of drawings and specifications for field crews and craft supervision
• Perform quantity calculations by taking measurements and determining percentage of completed/installed materials and work
• Assist in the preparation of work plans and work packages
• Assist in field surveying and work layout support
• Assist in the preparation of Job Hazard Analysis (JHA’s)
• Participate in jobsite safety reviews, toolbox meetings, mass safety meetings, and safety training
• Order and schedule material deliveries

Office

• Assist engineers to gather and prepare data for submittal or transmittal to the customer, vendors, subcontractors, governmental agencies, and internal use
• Assist in the maintenance of basic project recordkeeping and correspondence functions including daily reports and photographs
• Provide field support and supervise subcontractor operations as it pertains to your work

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in a construction-related field
• Previous experience in construction is preferred
• Must have a strong desire to work in the construction industry
• Be willing to fully participate in job assignments at the job site
• Must be willing to travel and relocate throughout career as we operate on a national scale, not a regional one
• Strong work ethic – willing to do what it takes to get the job done
• Have the ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Good working knowledge and experience with both Excel and Word
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Reliable transportation to and from work
• Must have a valid Driver's license

Other Requirements

• Regular, reliable attendance
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
• May work at various different locations and conditions may vary

Base Compensation: $60,000 - $70,000

(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.