Transportation Technician III

SilkRoad; Johnson City (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson (JMT) is seeking a Transportation Technician III to serve as a lead inspector on transportation construction projects, including roadways and bridges, with statewide opportunities.

Ideal candidates hold an Associate degree in Civil Engineering Technology with five years of inspection experience; familiarity with DOT standards and plan interpretation is required. Immigration sponsorship is not available except for TN visa eligibility.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of DOT standards and roadway drawings.
• Experience interpreting highway construction plans.

Responsibilities

• Inspect contractor operations on transportation projects to verify conformance to plans and specs.
• Supervise and maintain inspection staff on site.
• Measure and track pay item quantities.
• Maintain records including material certifications, testing reports, and diaries.
• Interact with the public and agencies to address inquiries and field issues.

Skills

Communication

DOT Standards Knowledge

Interpreting highway plans

Education

Associate degree in Civil Engineering Technology

Job description

Construction Management/Inspection - Transportatio

All Locations

Johnson City, TN

Tracking Code

26755

Position Type

Full-Time/Regular

Job Description

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm with more than 2,800 professionals, providing a full range of multidisciplinary engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT is currently ranked #45 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 Design Firms.

JMT's Construction Management Team is seeking a Transportation Technician III to perform work as a lead inspector responsible for supervision of transportation construction projects. 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’s operations on a variety of transportation projects including roadway and bridge construction to verify conformance to plans and specifications
• Supervise and maintain subordinate inspection staff throughout construction of the project
• Measure and track quantities of pay items
• Gather and maintain record documents including material certifications, testing reports, and inspector’s daily diaries
• Interact with the public, government agencies, contractors, subcontractors, and other internal and external parties to respond to inquiries and resolve field issues
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Required Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Must successfully complete and pass JMT's Motor Vehicle screening
• Must successfully complete and pass JMT's drug screening process, thereafter subject to random and for cause drug and alcohol testing.

Required Experience

• Associate degree in Civil Engineering Technology, Survey Technology, or a related curriculum from an appropriately accredited institution and five (5) years of progressive technician level experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience analyzing and interpreting highway construction plans
• Experience applying engineering concepts to solve complex problems
• Thorough understanding of DOT Standards and Specifications and Roadway Standard Drawings
• NCDOT certifications including Concrete Field Technician, QMS Roadway Technician, and Conventional Density Testing preferred
• Experience with local clients 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.

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.