What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Technician position at Ayres?
Finding the right fit:
Looking to gain hands-on construction observation experience that will help you further your career? Then consider joining our team as a Construction Technician!
We’re seeking a hard worker and a dynamic team player, and we’ll reward the right candidate for their efforts. As an employee-owned company, our people are our central asset, and we’re dedicated to making sure our professionals have every chance to thrive. We bring together a supportive environment, competitive compensation, and a commitment to training. Keep reading if you like what you hear.
On any given day, you’ll:
- Perform construction observation of municipal infrastructure projects.
- Perform quantity measurements and computations, record keeping, contractor pay estimate preparation and review of contractor progress; materials testing; field staking and general inspection for municipal road and utility projects.
- Interpret construction drawings and specifications and take appropriate action to ensure the project is constructed in conformance with the requirements of the project construction contract.
- Maintain client relations while in the field.
- Prepare reports, review design standards and code requirements, and conduct field investigation of design problems.
Required qualifications:
- Previous municipal infrastructure construction observation experience, including sanitary sewer, storm sewer, water main, and roadway construction experience would be beneficial.
- Valid driver’s license and good driving record required.
Desired skills and experiences:
- Associate degree in Civil Engineering Technology or equivalent beneficial.
- Experience in excel and word.
- Staking/survey experience.
- Strong written/verbal communications skills and the ability to operate independently.
Benefits of being part of the Ayres team:
- Health/dental/vision insurance offering affordable plans with flexible coverage options
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Development
- Paid membership dues to professional organizations
- Paid licensing exam/prep course for professional certification
- Encourage/reimburse for professional registrations and certifications.
- Work/Life Balance
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid holidays [including two floating holidays]
- Flexible work schedules
- Financial
- Flexible spending plans and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
- 401(k) with company match
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Social
- Peer recognition program and mentor programs
- Young Professionals [YP] networking groups
- Sporting events, dragon boat races, annual parties, summer picnics, and more!
Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer: Minorities, Women, Veterans, People with Disabilities
