Technical Assistant

JMT Careers; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking a Technical Assistant for its Construction Management Team, focusing on PennDOT and Pennsylvania Turnpike projects. The role emphasizes inspection and adherence to safety and compliance standards. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented and possess a high school diploma, along with a valid driver's license. The position offers excellent benefits and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Paid Caregiver Leave

401K Retirement Plan

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Educational Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle.
• Experience with site layouts and construction methods.
• Client-requested certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review plans and site layouts for compliance and safety.
• Perform routine tests on construction materials.
• Maintain records and prepare field notes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Inspection Procedures

Measurement skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Construction Management/Inspection - Transportation

Erie, PA

ID: 23450

Full-Time/Regular

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm with over 2,400 professionals, providing engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services across the United States. JMT is ranked #50 on Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms.

Our Pittsburgh Construction Management Team is seeking a Technical Assistant primarily for PennDOT and Pennsylvania Turnpike projects. The role involves applying standard inspection procedures during and after construction to ensure structural quality, safety, and compliance with plans, specifications, and codes. This position is not eligible for employer sponsorship except for TN visa classification.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Review and interpret plans, site layouts, specifications, and construction methods for compliance and safety.
• Perform routine tests on concrete, soils, and other materials.
• Measure dimensions, and verify levels, alignments, and elevations to ensure adherence to plans and codes.
• Maintain record documents and prepare field notes and computations.

Nonessential Functions and Responsibilities

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills

• Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle. Must pass JMT's Motor Vehicle screening.

Required Experience

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

Preferred Experience

• Client-requested certifications.

JMT offers excellent career growth opportunities, including:

• Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Paid Caregiver Leave
• Paid Travel Expenses
• 401K Retirement Plan (Traditional and Roth)
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Educational Reimbursement and Career Development

Work involves field activities requiring physical effort such as bending, kneeling, standing, shoveling, and lifting objects up to 25 lbs. Work conditions may include outdoor environments in various weather conditions.

Qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.