Construction Technician Job Detroit area,Michigan USA,Construction

Position: 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 Field Manager/Field Book 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

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