Transportation Technician IV

JMT; Candler (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking a Transportation Technician IV to oversee transportation construction projects in North Carolina. The role involves supervising inspection staff, ensuring compliance with plans, and interacting with various stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have an associate degree in Civil Engineering Technology and extensive experience in the field.

Qualifications

• Seven (7) years of progressive technician level experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Active driver’s license required.
• NCDOT certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspection of contractor’s operations on transportation projects.
• Supervise and maintain subordinate inspection staff.
• Gather and maintain record documents including material certifications.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Education

Associate degree in Civil Engineering Technology

Survey Technology or a related curriculum

Job description

Transportation Technician IV

Construction Management/Inspection - Transportatio

Candler, NC • ID: 23318 • 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 IV to perform work as a lead inspector responsible for supervision of transportation construction projects in the state of North Carolina. 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
• 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.