Roadway Technician

Ultipro; Eau Claire (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

ESOP

401K with company match

PTO and holidays

Flexible schedule

Job summary

The successful candidate will have an associate degree in Civil Engineering Technology or equivalent, plus experience with Excel and Word, and a valid driver's license. This is an employee-owned company offering ESOP, 401K, and a flexible schedule.

Qualifications

• Previous transportation related infrastructure construction observation experience.
• Strong written/verbal communication skills.
• Ability to operate independently.

Responsibilities

• Perform construction observation of transportation/WisDOT infrastructure projects.
• Perform quantity measurements and computations, record keeping, contractor pay estimate preparation and review of contractor progress; materials testing; field staking and general inspection for transportation road and utility projects.
• Interpret construction drawings and specifications and ensure conformity with project construction contract requirements.
• Maintain client relations while in the field.
• Prepare reports, review design standards and code requirements, and conduct field investigation of design problems.

Skills

Construction observation

Driver's license

Written/verbal communication

Education

Associate degree in Civil Engineering Technology

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

Finding the right fit:
Looking to gain hands-on construction observation experience that will help you further your career? Then consider joining our team as a Construction Technician!
We’re seeking a hard worker and a dynamic team player, and we’ll reward the right candidate for their efforts. As an employee-owned company, our people are our central asset, and we’re dedicated to making sure our professionals have every chance to thrive. We bring together a supportive environment, competitive compensation, and a commitment to training. Keep reading if you like what you hear.

Join Ayres – a USA TODAY Top Workplace recognized in both 2025 and 2026 – where people-first leadership, collaboration, and professional growth create an environment where great teams do their best work.

On any given day, you’ll:

• Perform construction observation of transportation/WisDOT infrastructure projects.
• Perform quantity measurements and computations, record keeping, contractor pay estimate preparation and review of contractor progress; materials testing; field staking and general inspection for transportation road and utility projects.
• Interpret construction drawings and specifications and take appropriate action to ensure the project is constructed in conformance with the requirements of the project construction contract.
• Maintain client relations while in the field.
• Prepare reports, review design standards and code requirements, and conduct field investigation of design problems.

Required qualifications:

• Previous transportation related infrastructure construction observation experience (i.e. storm sewer, structures, roadway, etc…).
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record required.

Desired skills and experiences:

• Experience performing construction observation on WisDOT infrastructure projects would be beneficial.
• Associate degree in Civil Engineering Technology or equivalent beneficial.
• Experience in excel and word.
• Staking/survey experience.
• Strong written/verbal communications skills and the ability to operate independently.

Benefits of being part of the Ayres team:

• Health, dental, and vision Insurance.
• Short and long-term disability and life insurance.
• Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) and 401K with company match.
• PTO upon hire, paid holidays including two floating holidays, and a flexible work schedule.

Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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