Transportation Assistant

Michael Baker Intl.; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Transportation Assistant, where you'll play a vital role in ensuring construction projects adhere to plans and specifications. This position involves hands-on work at construction sites, requiring keen attention to detail and the ability to work independently. You'll inspect various facets of roadway and bridge construction, take measurements, and prepare reports. If you're ready to embrace the challenges of the construction industry and contribute to innovative projects, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Enjoy a dynamic work environment with potential for fast-tracked promotions based on performance.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required with strong English skills.
• Basic computer skills and ability to traverse construction sites are essential.

Responsibilities

• Inspect work on bridge or roadway construction sites and document findings.
• Verify materials and processes conform to project specifications.

Skills

Basic math skills

Strong English language skills

Ability to work independently

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Tablet for documentation

Job description

CONSTRUCTION SERVICES PRACTICE

Michael Baker International’s Construction Services staff supports clients by acting as their trusted on-site agent through all phases of construction, from pre-design to close-out, by providing qualified construction managers, inspectors, constructability reviewers, schedulers, estimators, and safety experts. As new technologies evolve throughout the construction industry, innovative ideas are required to maintain and deliver successful construction projects.

DESCRIPTION
Michael Baker is seeking a Transportation Assistant to join the team based in our Harrisburg, PA office. This is a field position that will work primarily at a construction site in either PennDOT Districts 2, 3, 4, or 8. Under the direct supervision of the Project Supervisor, the Transportation Assistant will monitor and document that the roadway and/or bridge project is being built in accordance with the plans and specifications. Responsibilities include:

1. Inspect various facets of work on a bridge or roadway construction site
2. Take field measurements and perform calculations
3. Prepare relevant inspection reports
4. Verify that appropriate materials and construction processes are being used
5. Ensure that construction conforms to the project plans, specifications, and special provisions
6. Perform other duties as assigned

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

1. High School Diploma or GED
2. Valid driver's license and reliable personal transportation
3. Basic computer skills to use a tablet to document the daily activities
4. Strong English language skills, written and verbal
5. Ability to traverse construction sites and be outdoors in various climates
6. Work hours vary from daylight to night work based upon contractor operations; overtime is often required
7. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
8. Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications
9. Possess basic math skills

COMPENSATION

The approximate compensation range for this position is $20.76/hr to $24.42/hr. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location. Fast-tracked promotions based on performance.