Transportation Technician I

JMT; Candler (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking a Transportation Technician I to conduct inspections and ensure compliance on transportation projects in North Carolina. This full-time position offers opportunities statewide and requires an Associate degree in a relevant field along with preferred NCDOT certifications.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent experience required.
• Active driver's license needed.
• Preferred NCDOT certifications include Concrete Field Technician and QMS Roadway Technician.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections on transportation projects to verify compliance.
• Conduct routine material testing and maintain records.
• Measure and track quantities of pay items.

Skills

Inspection

Material Testing

Record Keeping

Education

Associate degree in Civil Engineering Technology

Survey Technology

Tools

NCDOT certifications

Job description

Transportation Technician I

Construction Management/Inspection - Transportation

Candler, NC • ID: 23316 • Full-Time/Regular

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm with over 2,400 professionals. We provide a full range of multi-disciplinary engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients across the United States. JMT is ranked #50 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 Design Firms.

Our Construction Management Team is seeking a Transportation Technician I to perform standard inspection procedures on ongoing transportation projects in North Carolina, during and after construction, to ensure quality, safety, and conformance to plans and specifications. Opportunities are statewide. This position is not eligible for employer sponsorship except for TN visa classification.

Locations: Multiple locations within North Carolina are available and can be discussed during the interview process.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

1. Perform inspections of contractor operations on transportation projects, including roadway and bridge construction, to verify compliance with plans and specifications.
2. Conduct routine material testing.
3. Measure and track quantities of pay items.
4. Maintain records including material certifications, testing reports, and daily diaries.
5. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Nonessential Functions and Responsibilities

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills

• Must successfully complete and pass JMT's Motor Vehicle screening.

Required Experience

• Associate degree in Civil Engineering Technology, Survey Technology, or a related field from an accredited institution, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Active driver’s license.
• NCDOT certifications such as Concrete Field Technician, QMS Roadway Technician, and Conventional Density Testing are preferred.
• Construction inspection experience on NCDOT projects is preferred.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in the field, with exposure to hazards such as heights, highway traffic, and rough terrain. Must be able to perform moderate physical activity, including walking, climbing, balancing, kneeling, and standing. Must lift up to 50 lbs. Ability to work nights and weekends as required.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.