Technical Assistant

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Technical Assistant to join their dynamic team in Erie, PA. This role involves applying standard inspection procedures during construction projects, ensuring structural quality and safety compliance. The successful candidate will work closely with the construction management team, interpreting plans and conducting routine tests on materials. This position offers a unique opportunity to grow within a 100% employee-owned firm, known for its commitment to professional development and outstanding benefits. If you're passionate about construction and eager to contribute to impactful projects, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Company paid Life and Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

Paid Caregiver Leave Program

Paid Travel Expenses

401K Retirement Plan

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Career Development Opportunities

Educational Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Review and interpret construction plans and specifications.
• Perform routine tests on construction materials.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with legal requirements and safety regulations.
• Measure dimensions and verify structural alignments.

Skills

Construction Inspection

Plan Interpretation

Material Testing

Field Note Taking

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Technical Assistant

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Construction Management/Inspection - Transportatio

Erie, PA

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22894

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Full-Time/Regular

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm of more than 2,400 professionals that provides a full range of multi-disciplined engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT is currently ranked #50 on Engineering News-Record's list of the Top 500 Design Firms.

JMT's Pittsburgh Construction Management Team is seeking a Technical Assistant for primarily PennDOT and Pennsylvania Turnpike assignments. The successful candidate will apply standard inspection procedures to ongoing activities during and after construction for structural quality, general safety and conformance to plans, specifications and codes. This position is not eligible for employer-based sponsorship with the exception of the TN visa classification.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Review and interpret plans, site layouts, specifications and construction methods to ensure compliance to legal requirements and safety regulations.


• Performs routine tests on concrete, soils and other materials


• Measure dimensions and verify level, alignment, and elevation of structures, fixtures, grades and/or pavement to ensure compliance to plans and codes.


• Gathers and maintains record documents


• Makes field notes and computations

Nonessential Functions and Responsibilities

• Perform other related duties as assigned

Required Skills

• Active driver's license and reliable motor vehicle
  
  
  
  • Must successfully complete and pass JMT's Motor Vehicle screening
  
  
  
  

Required Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent (may be substituted for experience)

Preferred Experience

• Client requested certifications


• Construction inspection experience

Benefits

JMT offers outstanding opportunities for career and professional growth. We are 100% employee-owned (ESOP) and offer outstanding health care and other benefits, including:

• Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance


• Company paid Life and Disability Insurance


• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays


• Paid Caregiver Leave Program


• Paid Travel Expenses


• 401K Retirement Plan (Traditional and Roth options)


• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)


• Career Development, including Educational Reimbursement


• And more...


• Benefits | JMT

Working Conditions

Work is performed in the field. Ability to extensively perform bending, kneeling, standing, shoveling, and lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 25 lbs as needed. Work may be conducted outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.