Technician | Construction Inspection Services - ODOT / roadway

CTL Engineering, Inc.; Youngstown (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vehicle stipend

Company vehicle option

Job summary

CTL Engineering is seeking Technicians for Construction Inspection Services to support ODOT and local projects in the northeastern Ohio region. The role focuses on field and lab testing for roadway, bridge, and utility construction with opportunities to work independently under a Department Manager.

Qualifying candidates will have 0-2+ years in inspection and testing, with a background in highway construction and lab work. We offer competitive compensation, benefits, and travel within the region.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of engineering, construction, testing and inspection principles.
• Experience with materials and lab testing.
• Experience with standard testing and observation methods.
• Understanding of construction or engineering services.
• Experience in performing quality control initiatives and performance testing.
• Skill in lab reporting, writing reports and maintaining records.

Responsibilities

• Perform construction engineering technician (inspection) services related to earthwork, concrete, asphalt and utility construction for ODOT, municipalities, and private sector clients.
• Perform engineering and construction field testing primarily for roadway/bridge projects.
• Inspect and report on specific aspects of construction works in progress, such as concrete pours, rebar placement, pipe replacements etc.
• Inspect and sample construction materials.
• Perform computations with formulas, plot data and draw simple curves and graphs.
• Assist Engineers in the field during soil and materials investigations.
• Ensure that job-site tests/observations, including quality control, quality assurance, and verifications are performed in accordance with standard test/observation methods, project specifications and other contract documents.
• Perform lab testing and observation of soils, concrete and asphalt.
• Perform inspections for construction projects to ensure contractor compliance with state specifications, plans and/or proposals for primarily roadway work and pavement.
• Verify plan quantities and calculations as bid plans.
• Prepare and maintain project records and reports.
• May assist with notifying the Contractor or the Project Engineer of non-conforming work.

Skills

Construction inspection

Lab testing

Report writing

Communication skills

Weather endurance

Education

Trade school or Bachelor’s degree

Job description

CTL Engineering is hiring Technicians for Construction Inspection Services for ODOT (transportation) projects.

CTL Engineering (www.ctleng.com) is an award‑winning, full‑service consulting engineering firm with 15 locations across OH, IN, WV, KY, NC, SC, and VA, with a rich history of 98 years in business. We provide civil/site design and land surveying, environmental, geotechnical, construction administration & inspection, accident reconstruction, roofing/building envelope, A/V system design, troubleshooting & installation, transportation design (bridge/roadway), and specialized testing services to the construction industry.

We are looking for Technicians for Construction Inspection Services who will play a key role in all aspects of construction inspection services and quality control for State (ODOT), county, and local clients. You’ll be involved in the testing and inspection aspects of a wide variety of construction projects, primarily roadway/bridge projects, but also including water/wastewater, aviation, commercial, and municipal utility/infrastructure sectors. We’ll teach you aspects of construction inspection and creative problem‑solving skills while collaborating closely with institutions/municipal agencies.

Highlights

• This position will include a mix of primarily field and laboratory work with some office work.
• It works independently on broad projects under the direction of a Department Manager while managing a team of direct reports or projects.
• Projects are typically in the northeastern OH region. Frequent travel within this region is expected.
• A stipend for personal vehicle use or a company take‑home vehicle will be provided, based on the assignment.
• ODOT project experience is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform construction engineering technician (inspection) services related to earthwork, concrete, asphalt and utility construction for ODOT, municipalities, and private sector clients.
• Perform engineering and construction field testing primarily for roadway/bridge projects.
• Inspect and report on specific aspects of construction works in progress, such as concrete pours, rebar placement, pipe replacements etc.
• Inspect and sample construction materials.
• Perform computations with formulas, plot data and draw simple curves and graphs.
• Assist Engineers in the field during soil and materials investigations.
• Ensure that job‑site tests/observations, including quality control, quality assurance, and verifications are performed in accordance with standard test/observation methods, project specifications and other contract documents.
• Perform lab testing and observation of soils, concrete and asphalt.
• Perform inspections for construction projects to ensure contractor compliance with state specifications, plans and/or proposals for primarily roadway work and pavement.
• Verify plan quantities and calculations as bid plans.
• Prepare and maintain project records and reports.
• May assist with notifying the Contractor or the Project Engineer of non‑conforming work.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of engineering, construction, testing and inspection principles.
• Experience with materials and lab testing.
• Experience with standard testing and observation methods.
• Understanding of construction or engineering services.
• Experience in performing quality control initiatives and performance testing.
• Skill in lab reporting, writing reports and maintaining records.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in external environments during difficult weather.
• Ability to provide status updates independently.
• Be quality‑minded and client‑focused.

Minimum Qualifications

• 0-2+ years of experience in construction inspection and testing.
• New Trade School/Bachelor's grads are encouraged to apply – start a career!
• Familiarity with highway construction specifications and previous field experience is a plus/not required.
• Previous experience working for a testing company is a plus.
• Experience with concrete, asphalt, earthwork and utility construction engineering services and inspection/testing is nice to have but not required.
• Experience with field and laboratory testing of soil, concrete, asphalt, aggregate, masonry, structural steel and fireproofing etc. is a plus but not required.
• Preferred certifications: ACI Grade I, DOT Asphalt Tech, NICET Level II Soils, ICC Special inspections and/or CWI/NDT inspectors – good to have but not required.
• Must have a valid driver license and an acceptable driving record.

Benefits

CTL Engineering offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, life, and disability insurance, paid time off, an award‑winning ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan), and a 401(k) plan.

CTL Engineering provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.