Transportation Technical Assistant (38473)

Urban Engineers; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Transportation Construction Technical Assistant, where you will play a crucial role in highway construction projects. This position involves inspecting highways and bridges to ensure they meet specifications, documenting contractor activities, and facilitating communication between stakeholders. With a commitment to professional growth and a supportive work environment, this role offers you the chance to contribute to significant infrastructure projects while enjoying a range of benefits. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and make an impact, apply today!

Benefits

Medical/Prescription

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Short/Long Term Disability

Flexible Spending Accounts

401K and company match

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Vacation, Holiday, and Personal Days

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; basic math and communication skills necessary.
• Basic computer skills for project documentation and construction drawings.

Responsibilities

• Inspect highways and bridges, ensuring compliance with plans.
• Document daily activities of contractors and communicate with clients.

Skills

Basic math computation

Communication skills

Basic computer skills

Ability to navigate construction sites

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Electronic tablet

Computer

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: SCRANTON - SCRANTON, PA

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $20.35 - $23.94 Hourly

Transportation Technical Assistant

Urban Engineers is seeking qualified individuals in Pennsylvania, including Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Erie, Allentown, Scranton, Altoona, Mechanicsburg/Harrisburg, State College, and Williamsport to join the Construction Management Department as Transportation Construction Technical Assistants (TA-1 and TA-2) for highway construction projects. For details on pay rate, sign-on bonus, and benefits of working with Urban, please see below.

This position will be responsible for:

• The inspection of highways and bridges and documenting that they are being constructed in conformance with the plans and specifications.
• Inspecting and documenting the field activities performed by the contractor daily and acting as a representative for the client.
• Communication between the inspection team, contractor, and client is required daily.
• Other tasks may include but are not limited to: Project Site Activity (PSA) reports and electronic tablet and computer usage.

Job Requirements:

Minimum requirement for Technical Assistant (TA):

• High School Diploma (or equivalent).
• Ability to read, write, and do basic math computation.

Additional requirements:

• Basic computer skills to use an electronic tablet and computer for reviewing construction drawings/specifications and completing project documentation are required.
• Navigate construction sites in different types of terrain and weather conditions.
• Work hours may include day and/or night shift work, and weekends, based on the type of operation taking place.
• Communication - Both verbal and writing skills are required.
• Candidates must also have their own vehicle and have a valid driver’s license. Candidates will receive mileage reimbursement for duty-related driving.

Pay Rate: $20.35 - $23.94 / hour

Pay range depends on TA experience.

Locations: Erie, PA | Scranton, PA | Pittsburgh, PA | Philadelphia, PA | Mechanicsburg, PA | Allentown, PA | State College, PA | Williamsport, PA | Altoona, PA

This position is not available for remote/virtual work.

Benefits of working at Urban:

• Medical/Prescription
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Short/Long Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401K and company match
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Vacation, Holiday, and Personal Days
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Development
• Certification Bonus

Apply today!

Please include a PDF or Word Document Version of your resume.

About Urban:

Our culture is built around our people. Voted a Top Workplace in the Philadelphia region by our employees, we are committed to advancing careers and providing a foundation for professional growth. Urban offers a wide range of health, welfare, and financial benefits to our employees, as well as career development through tuition assistance program, and certification incentives. Founded in 1960, Urban provides services for buildings, ports, transit, railroads, airports, bridges, and highways. We specialize in engineering design, environmental, planning, construction services, and program management. By providing innovation, technical excellence, and on-time performance, we create value for our Clients.

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status

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