Technical Assistant

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson, Inc.; Greensburg (Westmoreland 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 Construction Management Team. This role involves applying standard inspection procedures to ensure structural quality and compliance with safety regulations on transportation projects. The successful candidate will engage in reviewing plans, performing routine tests, and documenting findings, all while contributing to a collaborative and employee-owned environment. With a commitment to professional growth and comprehensive benefits, this opportunity is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the field of construction management.

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, including Educational Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Strong computer skills and client certifications are essential.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Review plans and specifications for compliance with regulations.
• Perform tests on materials and measure dimensions for accuracy.
• Maintain records and make field notes during inspections.

Skills

Client requested certifications

Computer proficiency

Active driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Construction Management/Inspection - Transportation

ID: 23075

Full-Time/Regular

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm of more than 2,300 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 #61 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.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Review and interpret plans, site layouts, specifications and construction methods to ensure compliance to legal requirements and safety regulations.
• Perform 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.
• Gather and maintain record documents.
• Make field notes and computations.

Nonessential Functions and Responsibilities

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills

• Client requested certifications.
• Strong computer proficiency.
• Active driver's license.
• Must successfully complete and pass JMT's Motor Vehicle screening.

Required Experience

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

Preferred Experience

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.

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.