Técnico de Campo Estructural

• 401(k)
• Company car
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

Full-Time | Nonexempt | Rohnert Park, CA

$85,000 to $100,000 Annual Salary

MKM & Associates is a structural engineering firm located in the heart of the wine country. We have been in business for over 35 years. With work encompassing civic, commercial, educational, healthcare, historic, hospitality, residential, and winery/brewery markets we offer full-service design, drafting and collaboration with sub consultants to ensure that our clients receive the highest level of service. Visit our website at

This position is well suited for someone who has experience building homes, framing, foundation construction, concrete work, remodeling, or other residential construction and would like to transition that practical field experience into the structural engineering industry.

The Structural Field Technician will visit construction sites, observe structural work, document existing and completed conditions, communicate with contractors and project team members, and prepare clear and accurate field observation reports. The ability to understand how buildings are constructed and effectively communicate observations is critical to this position.

Our current job opening for Structural Field Technician is a position which will focus on the construction administration phase of projects ensuring our clients are provided with superior service resulting in successful builds.

• Meet on site with clients, contractors and architects
• Perform structural field observations at residential, commercial, and light industrial construction sites.
• Type out Inspection and Observation Reports
• Communication between engineers, architects, contractors and clients as needed
• Identify construction conditions that may require review or clarification by the project engineer.
• Take detailed photographs, measurements, sketches, and field notes.
• Document construction progress and identify incomplete or potentially deficient work.
• Communicate field conditions to the project engineer and other members of the engineering team.

• Prepare clear, concise, and accurate field observation reports following site visits.
• Organize photographs and provide descriptions of observed conditions.
• Complete reports in a timely manner following field visits.
• Assist engineers with documenting existing structural conditions and construction issues.

• Communicate professionally with contractors, subcontractors, homeowners, architects, engineers, and other project representatives.
• Communicate observations and concerns to the project engineer promptly.
• Develop professional relationships with contractors and construction professionals.
• Understand construction terminology and be comfortable discussing construction methods and sequencing.
• Represent MKM & Associates professionally while working on construction sites.

• Hands-on construction experience, preferably in residential or commercial construction.
• Experience with one or more of the following:
  • Residential home construction
• • Foundation construction
• • Concrete construction
• • Framing
• • Structural framing
• • Remodeling or renovation
• • Structural repairs
• Ability to recognize common residential construction methods and structural components.
• Ability to read and understand construction drawings and details.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to clearly document field conditions in writing.
• Comfortable using a smartphone or tablet to take photographs and document field conditions.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently in the field and manage multiple site visits.
• Professional and respectful communication with contractors, homeowners, and other construction professionals.
• Driving to and between project sites is an essential function of this position. A valid driver's license and the ability to safely operate a motor vehicle are required for job-related travel.
• Ability to work outdoors and safely navigate active construction sites.

• 5+ years of residential or commercial construction experience.
• Experience as a carpenter, framer, concrete contractor, foundation contractor, superintendent, foreman, or similar construction position.
• Experience reading structural plans.
• Experience with foundations, footing reinforcement, anchor bolts, hold-downs, shear walls, floor…