Technical Assistant (TA) - Construction Services

GFT; Allentown (Lehigh County); In loco; USD 43.000 - 53.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Hybrid work environment

Wellness programs

Parental leave

Pet insurance

Medical, dental, vision, disability, &

Life insurance

Tax‑deferred 401(k) savings plan

Paid time off (PTO)

Descrizione del lavoro

GFT is seeking a Technical Assistant to join the Construction Services Team in Audubon, PA. The position is primarily on-site with a hybrid benefits package, offering comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life coverage, plus a 401(k) plan.

Ideal candidates will have at least a High School Diploma or GED, basic math skills, and 1 year of transportation industry experience in highway/bridge design or construction inspection. A strong customer focus and safety mindset are essential.

Competenze

• High School Diploma or GED or higher.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
• One year minimum of transportation industry experience in highway/bridge design or construction inspection.
• Actively engages multiple perspectives when solving problems and learns from peers through team collaboration.

Mansioni

• Perform inspection to assure that contractors build a quality construction project.
• Ensure plans, specs, standards, and QA/QC plans are followed.
• Meet with Project Engineer/Manager daily or as required for instructions.
• Complete PSAs and daily worksheets.
• Request guidance from Manager/Supervisor for inspections of materials/workmanship.
• Part of daily field huddles with staff.

Conoscenze

English proficiency

Math skills

Formazione

High School Diploma or GED or post-secondary education

Descrizione del lavoro

What You Will Do

GFT is seeking a Technical Assistant (TA) to join our Construction Services Team in Audubon, PA. This role is mostly done on-site. At GFT, we’re not just engineering the future; we’re meticulously building it. Our comprehensive suite of construction and program management services reflects our unwavering commitment to excellence, safety, innovation, and sustainability. Our construction management services are the cornerstone of our commitment to transforming communities and enhancing lives. We oversee every construction phase to help ensure projects are completed on schedule, within budget, and to the highest safety and quality standards.

What You’ll Be Challenged To Do

This is an excellent career opportunity for an experienced, motivated Technical Assistant (TA) who thrives in a collaborative team environment. The role highlights a customer-focused mindset and a passion for delivering exceptional quality and results on every project.

In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

• Perform inspection to assure that contractors build a quality construction project.
• Perform assigned duties to specific activities to assure plans, specifications, standards, and Q.C. Plans are adhered to.
• Comply with the District and project-specific overtime requirements.
• Meet with the Department Project Engineer/Manager/Supervisor or Consultant Manager/Supervisor daily, or as required, to receive instructions and assignments.
• Complete PSA’s and work sheets daily.
• Request assistance from the Manager/Supervisor for any instruction or assignment in the inspection of materials and workmanship to ensure compliance with contract requirements and established standards.
• Participate in daily huddles with field staff.

Education | Experience:

What You Will Bring To Our Firm

• High School Diploma, GED, or post‑secondary education.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
• Ability to perform basic math computations for length, area, and volume.
• One (1) year minimum of transportation industry experience in highway/bridge design or construction inspection.
• Ability to complete the twelve (12) web‑based TCI training modules.
• Actively engages multiple perspectives when solving problems, seeks to learn from peers, and encourages reciprocal learning among team members.

Compensation

The salary range for this role is $43,000 - $53,000 per year. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.

Featured Benefits

• Hybrid (in‑person and remote) work environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Tax‑deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Competitive paid‑time‑off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

Company Overview

At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships – that’s why we’re the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry’s brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more. Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together we’re building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives.

GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives™ is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law.

Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property GFT.

Location: Audubon, PA

Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Employment Status: Full-Time

Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location

GFT does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.