Asset Management and Maintenance Technician (AMM Tech)

GFT. • Raleigh, NC

6d • $23 - $44 • Onsite

About The Position

GFT is hiring an Asset Management and Maintenance Technician (AMM Tech) for its Transportation Team in its Charlotte, Raleigh, and Asheville offices. The role follows an onsite work model and involves regular attendance at one of the listed offices. The technician supports public and private agencies with asset management activities, including pavement condition assessments, storm drainage assessments, maintenance inspections, and responses to natural disasters, as well as other project work.

The successful candidate may be hired at Technician Levels I–IV. The role involves leading and managing projects, interpreting NCDOT maintenance contracts and procedures, communicating with project stakeholders, documenting project progress, managing pay records, supporting quality control, and mentoring subordinate technicians. The work is primarily outdoors and includes daily automobile travel. This is a full-time, non-exempt position.

Requirements

• Technician Levels III and IV: A two-year technical degree in Civil Engineering Technology or Surveying Technology and two years of progressive transportation/construction technician experience; or a high school diploma and four years of transportation experience; or an equivalent combination of training and directly related experience.
• Technician Levels I and II: A high school diploma and one year of experience in a related field.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to compute rates, ratios, and percentages and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
• Understanding of construction surveying procedures and principles.
• Valid driver's license in the state of residence.
• Ability to lead and manage projects.
• Ability to read and understand NCDOT maintenance contracts and interpret them for the project team.
• Ability to use project-specific tools and train others in their use.
• Ability to obtain accurate measurements, document project information, and set up project pay records.
• Ability to operate a level and understand cut and fills and elevations for highway grades.
• Ability to follow instructions independently and implement company safety policies.
• Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 25 pounds daily.
• Ability to traverse uneven terrain.
• Ability to operate a computer and tablet.
• Actively engage multiple perspectives when solving problems, learn from peers, and encourage reciprocal learning among team members.
• Advocate for workplace inclusion and foster an environment that welcomes diversity and values equity.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage projects.
• Apply NCDOT Operations & Maintenance procedures and interpret NCDOT maintenance contracts for the project team.
• Respond to inquiries and complaints from the Project Manager, communicate effectively, and resolve field issues with personnel, contractors, municipalities, and the general public.
• Use tools of the trade required for specific projects and train subordinate team members in their use.
• Obtain accurate measurements, report project progress, and document information in an Inspector's Daily Report (IDR); train subordinate team members in this process.
• Set up project pay records and train subordinate technicians in their use.
• Identify problems for the contractor and Project Manager and keep the Project Manager informed of project progress.
• Follow and carry out specific instructions independently.
• Compute quantities and costs using basic math skills.
• Interpret and implement company safety policies and lead regular safety meetings.
• Operate a level and apply an understanding of cut and fills and elevations for highway grades.
• Perform project-specific quality control tasks as defined in the quality control manual.
• Mentor and train subordinate technicians.
• Comply with applicable laws, regulations, ordinances, company policies, procedures, and supervisor directives.
• Attend operations project meetings as needed.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required or requested by management.
• Support asset management activities such as pavement condition assessments, storm drainage assessments, maintenance inspections, and responses to natural disasters.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, including wellness programs, parental leave, pet insurance, medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, disability insurance, and life insurance.
• Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Paid-time-off accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support for participation in professional organizations.
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED