Transportation Technician I

JMT Careers; Wilkesboro (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company specializing in construction management is seeking a Transportation Technician I to perform inspections and ensure quality compliance on transportation projects in North Carolina. Candidates with an associate degree in Civil Engineering Technology and relevant experience are preferred. This role involves physical activities on construction sites, requiring a focus on safety and thorough record-keeping.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in related field preferred.
• Experience in construction inspection on NCDOT projects preferred.
• Must pass JMT's Motor Vehicle screening.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections on transportation projects to verify conformance.
• Conduct routine material testing.
• Maintain record documents including material certifications.

Skills

Communication

Quality Service

Safety

Education

Associate degree in Civil Engineering Technology

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

NCDOT certifications

Job description

Construction Management/Inspection - Transportatio

Wilkesboro, NC

ID: 23337

Full-Time/Regular

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

JMT's Construction Management Team is seeking a Transportation Technician I to apply standard inspection procedures on ongoing activities, in the Robbinsville, North Carolina area, during and after construction for quality, safety and conformance to plans and specifications. This position is not eligible for employer based sponsorship with the exception of the TN visa classification.

This position is available in multiple locations within North Carolina and can be discussed with the hiring manager during an interview.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Perform inspection of contractor’s operations on a variety of transportation projects including roadway and bridge construction to verify conformance to plans and specifications.
• Performs routine material testing
• Measure and track quantities of pay items
• Gathers and maintains 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 an equivalent combination of education and experience
• High school diploma or equivalent
• 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 in 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.

• Communication
• Job Proficiency
• Quality Service
• Safety

If Managing Others, These Competencies Apply

• Managing Performance
• Communication
• Job Proficiency
• Quality Service
• Safety

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.