Construction Technician (3-5 Years Experience)

Work locations: Metro-Detroit and Lansing, Michigan Employment Type: Full-time or seasonal Pay Range: Hourly rate commensurate with experience and qualifications Start Date: Immediately Participate in a full range of duties associated with construction field inspection and project documentation for construction of highways, bridges, and transportation facilities using MDOT's paperless construction process (e-construction). The Construction Technician will inspect the work of contractors and assist in the coordination of surveying and testing needs on infrastructure projects for MDOT, Counties, Cities, and private agencies or owners. Additionally, perform engineering technical support activities, including materials testing, inspection, and compliance. Preferred Education and Experience Minimum Experience: 3-5 years (MDOT experience preferred) Required Education: High school diploma Preferred Qualifications: 3-5 years (MDOT experience preferred) Associates in a Construction Management/Civil Engineering related field Ability to measure and compute lengths, areas and volumes Experience with MDOT documentation requirements including AASHTOware Project and/or FieldManager/FieldBook software Experience in the use of electronic devices including a personal laptop computer and smart phone Proficient with Microsoft Office software, including Excel, Outlook, and Word Completion of various MDOT construction and/or materials testing training/certification is a plus including but not limited to: MCA/ACI Concrete Testing Level 1, Aggregate Inspection Level 1, Construction Storm Water Operator Duties and Responsibilities: Understand plans with a significant amount of guidance from more senior level staff Complete Daily Work Reports (DWRs) that documents contractor work activities. DWRs are to be submitted timely including all work being completed on the project, comments on traffic control for operation, material testing details, etc. Generate computations that provide support to pay items included on DWRs Complete basic geometric mathematics and prepare calculations/sketches. Communicate effectively with the contractor, client, GLEG staff and any other member of the project stakeholders Willingness to work extended hours including possible night and weekends, depending on projects Additional Requirements and Information Possession of a valid driver's license with good driving record #J-18808-Ljbffr Great Lakes Engineering Group LLC