Transportation Technician I

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson, based in Hickory, NC, is seeking a Transportation Technician I to apply standard inspection procedures on ongoing roadway and bridge construction activities. Qualified candidates will perform inspections, routine material testing, and maintain documentation. Applicants should have an Associate degree in a related field and valid driver's license. The position requires physical activity and may include night and weekend work. This full-time position offers statewide opportunities for growth in the transportation sector.

Qualifications

• Must successfully complete and pass JMT's Motor Vehicle screening.
• Active driver's license required.
• Construction inspection experience on NCDOT projects preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspection of contractor operations on construction projects.
• Perform routine material testing.
• Gather and maintain record documents.

Skills

Inspection procedures

Routine material testing

Record keeping

Education

Associate degree in Civil Engineering Technology

NCDOT certifications

Job description

Transportation Technician I

Location: Hickory, NC. Full-Time/Regular. ID: 25263. Open to multiple locations within North Carolina.

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson, a 100% employee‑owned consulting firm, seeks a Transportation Technician I to apply standard inspection procedures on ongoing roadway and bridge construction activities in North Carolina during and after construction for quality, safety, and conformance to plans and specifications. Statewide opportunities are available.

Immigration sponsorship or support (e.g., H1B, F-1 CPT/OPT/STEM OPT) is not available for this position, except for qualified candidates eligible for the TN visa classification.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Perform inspection of contractor operations on a variety of transportation projects, including roadway and bridge construction, to verify conformance to plans and specifications.
• Perform routine material testing.
• Measure and track quantities of pay items.
• Gather and maintain record documents, including material certifications, testing reports, and inspector's daily diaries.
• 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 curriculum from an appropriately accredited institution; or two years equivalent CEI experience.
• Active driver's license.
• NCDOT certifications including Concrete Field Technician, QMS Roadway Technician, and Conventional Density Testing preferred.
• Construction inspection experience on NCDOT projects preferred.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in the field. Ability to work safely in an outside environment with exposure to hazards on construction sites, including heights, highway traffic, and traversing rough terrain when evaluating highway construction. Must be able to perform moderate physical activity, including but not limited to walking, climbing, balancing, kneeling, and standing. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. Must be able to work nights and weekends as required.

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