Assistant Construction Observer, Haul Route Services, Kansas

Kirkham Michael & Associates, Inc. • Ellsworth Township, KS

10h • $21

About The Position

This is your invitation to join an engineering team who is highly sought after by our clients! Kirkham Michael is an employee-owned company who cares about providing exemplary benefits and a good quality of life for our team members. Our tagline of “Your Success Is Our Passion” applies to both our clients and our team members.

Kirkham Michael is a growing company in need of an energetic and knowledgeable individual to fill our entry level full-time Assistant Construction Observer position.  This position will be located in our Salina, Ellsworth, Garden City or Hays, Kansas office.

Primary Function:

Performs inspection services along haul routes for energy projects, including acting as a liaison between County and Developer. Maintains daily job log and is familiar with plans and specifications. Has some exposure to clients. No initial responsibility for the direction of others.  Performs several basic engineering and mathematical procedures, which require following instructions and guidelines, and providing accurate and complete records of that work.  Assist experienced staff performing inspection and testing on energy and transportation related construction projects. Receives supervision from senior-level Engineering staff.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Basic math skills.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
• Monday to Friday overnight travel is required for this position.
• Lodging and per diem paid by the company.
• Work environment is primarily outdoors.
• Lifting of 50+ lbs, walking and standing for long periods of time.

Nice To Haves

• CIT certifications and/or construction inspection experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Performs inspection services along haul routes for energy projects, including acting as a liaison between County and Developer.
• Maintains daily job log and is familiar with plans and specifications.
• Performs several basic engineering and mathematical procedures, which require following instructions and guidelines, and providing accurate and complete records of that work.
• Assist experienced staff performing inspection and testing on energy and transportation related construction projects.

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• life
• flex spending account
• employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)
• 401 (K) plan
• professional development plans (tuition reimbursement /professional memberships)

What This Job Offers

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