Technical Assistant

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Technical Assistant to join its Pittsburgh Construction Management Team. This role involves applying standard inspection procedures to ensure construction quality and safety compliance for significant transportation projects. The ideal candidate will have strong computer skills and a high school diploma, with a passion for construction and safety. Join a dynamic, employee-owned firm that values professional growth and offers comprehensive benefits, including health insurance and a 401K plan. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to impactful projects and advance your career in the construction industry.

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

• Strong computer skills required for effective communication and reporting.
• High school diploma or equivalent is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Review plans and specifications to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Perform routine tests on construction materials for quality assurance.
• Maintain records and make field notes during inspections.

Skills

Computer Proficiency

Construction Inspection

Driver's License

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Technical Assistant

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Construction Management/Inspection - Transportatio

Pittsburgh, PA

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23082

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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

• Strong computer proficiency


• 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.