Technician in Training - Bridge Inspection

WSP•Goshen, NY

5d•$49,800 - $64,230•Onsite

About The Position

WSP is seeking a full-time Bridge Inspection Trainee for its Goshen, NY office. This role involves supporting the Transportation Team on projects, providing technical design and CADD support, and assisting in the production of designs and specifications for various infrastructure projects. The trainee will receive training in CADD design on basic projects and is expected to generate accurate design phase deliverables, ensuring quality meets or exceeds industry standards.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
0 years of relevant experience; have no prior work experience and/or qualification in/for the job classification for which this role provides training.
Physically capable of performing continuous field work including but not limited to working at heights and in close quarters, climbing, carrying ladders and gear, working in adverse weather conditions, etc.
Candidate must be a minimum of 18 years of age.
Unrestricted driver’s license valid in New York and ability to successfully pass WSP’s motor vehicle screening.
Exhibit interest in performing the work contemplated and be deemed capable of continuous employment over the duration of the program.
General awareness of drafting and design support principles, practices, process, methods and techniques.
General awareness of relevant codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to a technical and non-technical audience.
Effective self-leadership with attention to detail, ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow instruction, and comply with company policies.
The selected candidate must have the ability to work in the United States immediately.
Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.

Nice To Haves

Associate's (AAS/AS) Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited institution.

Responsibilities

Review previous inspection reports and assist in the planning of field operations.
Perform inspection work and compile reports.
Receive directions from Project Manager, Team Leaders, and other senior staff.
Ensure technical compliance with DOT standards.
Complete training on assigned tasks.
Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
Ability to perform self-guided learning.
Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Disability insurance
Life insurance
Retirement savings
Paid sick leave
Paid vacation (or other personal time)
Paid parental leave
Paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.