Transportation Technician IV

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is seeking a Transportation Technician IV responsible for supervising transportation construction projects in North Carolina. The role requires inspecting contractor operations, managing inspection staff, and ensuring compliance with plans and specifications.

Applicants should have an Associate degree in Civil Engineering Technology and at least 7 years of relevant experience. Strong communication skills and an active driver’s license are mandatory. The position involves fieldwork in varied environmental conditions.

Qualifications

• 7 years of progressive technician-level experience or equivalent education and experience.
• Active driver's license.
• Experience analyzing and interpreting highway construction plans.
• Experience applying engineering concepts to solve complex problems.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspection of contractor’s operations on transportation projects.
• Supervise and maintain inspection staff throughout project construction.
• Measure and track quantities of pay items.
• Gather and maintain record documents including certifications and reports.
• Interact with the public and resolve field issues.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Education

Associate degree in Civil Engineering Technology, Survey Technology, or a related curriculum

Job description

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. The Construction Management Team is seeking a Transportation Technician IV to perform work as a lead inspector responsible for supervision of transportation construction projects in the state of North Carolina.

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.

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
• 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

Nonessential Functions And Responsibilities

• Perform other related duties as assigned

Required Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication 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 and seven (7) years of progressive technician‑level experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Active driver’s license
• Experience analyzing and interpreting highway construction plans
• Experience planning, developing, scheduling, tracking and completing projects independently or with limited supervision
• 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 extensively perform bending, kneeling, standing, shoveling, and lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 25 lbs as needed. Work may be conducted outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions.

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.