Construction Technician

7 days ago

Reading, United States GAI Consultants Inc. Full time
Description

GAI Consultants is seeking a Construction Technician 1 to perform construction inspection on a variety of Power Generation projects in the Reading, PA area. The candidate will be responsible for interpreting specifications and construction drawings, evaluating site conditions based on soil and rock samples, monitoring and reporting on construction activities, and performing field testing of soils and concrete. The successful candidate will be expected to provide documentation of construction progress through daily reports, status reports, and other forms of data reporting.

Job Duties:

  • The candidate must have minimum of 5 years of construction experience with earthwork, foundation inspection, test boring inspection and concrete testing or a Bachelor‘s Degree in Geology, Engineering or a related field.
  • Experience with Nuclear Density Gauge Testing, ACI Grade 1 Certification and OSHA 10-hour Training is desired.
  • Responsibilities include interpreting specifications and construction drawings, evaluating site conditions based on soil and rock samples, monitoring and reporting on construction activities, and performing field testing of soils and concrete.
  • Travel can be expected up to 50% of the time daily; mostly within mostly within Eastern Pennsylvania and New Jersey with infrequent to Virginia.
  • Travel can be expected mostly to construction sites and on backroads.

General Characteristics

  • Begins to develop advanced field operations skills; possesses computer skills, good visual and hearing skills, follows procedures; good organizational skills; working in weather conditions (extreme heat, cold, etc.); works with safety in mind, must be flexible with work hours and willingness to travel up to 100% during the week days and occasional weekend travel and/or work, able to do physically demanding work; ability to lift and carry between 25 and 50 lbs. routinely; ability to walk for lengthy periods

Minimum Years of Experience

  • 5+

Education

  • H.S Graduate

Certification/Licensure

  • Driver‘s License

Technical Responsibilities

  • Reviewing plans and specifications in preparation for field observations on construction sites.
  • Conduct tests and investigations in the field or laboratory to obtain data used by engineering and technical personnel in determining physical properties of construction materials.
  • Collect soil, asphalt, and concrete samples, prepare samples for testing, record data, and prepare summary report.
  • Documenting field activities, observations, and testing results on projects.
  • Perform laboratory and field tests according to prescribed procedures, processes, and standards.
  • Use specialized equipment and apparatus to prepare analyses, reports and / or technical drawings.
  • Communication of field and laboratory testing results with staff, contractors, and clients

Project and Task Management

  • Begins to lead tasks

Management Responsibility

  • Can work independently or lead crews when necessary.

Communication Skills

  • Possesses effective oral and written communication skills; interacts well with other staff, communicates effectively with clients, field representatives, able to motivate others, ability to function positively in a team environment, able to keep teams working harmoniously.

Why GAI?

At GAI, exceptional people have an exceptional place to work, grow, lead, and achieve. Explore an array of opportunities in locations across the U.S. and join accomplished colleagues in tackling challenging projects for a range of markets. Enjoy comprehensive benefits and feel good about being part of a collaborative team that‘s committed to supporting the communities we serve. Join GAI and distinguish yourself in a company poised for unlimited growth.

GAI Consultants, Inc. is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion through fostering a workforce that represents different communities, cultures, and viewpoints. We will continue to build mutual trust and respect where employees are empowered to share their diverse perspectives, experiences, and ideas.

Benefits To Working at GAI Include:

  • Competitive salary -GAI is committed to paying market-based salaries
  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, company paid Long Term Disability, and Short-Term Disability (benefits start within 30 days of hire)
  • New paid Maternity/Paternity/Adoption program
  • Generous Paid Time Off and 7 paid holidays
  • 401k company match
  • Tuition Reimbursements
Qualifications
EducationHigh School of Diploma (required)
Experience5 years: Construction experience with earthwork, foundation inspection, test boring inspection and concrete testing (required)
Licenses & CertificationsDriver‘s License (required)

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor‘s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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