Inspection Technical Assistants

STV•Harrisburg, PA

4d•$55,267 - $62,803•Onsite

About The Position

STV is seeking construction inspectors with experience on PennDOT and PA Turnpike highway and bridge construction projects. These positions require a High School Diploma (or GED), the ability to travel to field construction sites, field project offices, materials plants and testing laboratories, and to safely traverse construction sites by vehicle and on foot. Post-secondary coursework in Civil Engineering or Construction Management is a plus. Staff will also be required to focus on training in the areas of work assigned and will have the ability to advance with completion of training and certifications.

Requirements

High School Diploma (or GED)
Ability to travel to field construction sites, field project offices, materials plants and testing laboratories.
Ability to safely traverse construction sites by vehicle and on foot.
Math skills as required to make linear, area, and volume measurements and calculate items of work in proper measurement and payment units.
Basic computer skills (Excel, Word, Outlook).
Ability to quickly learn and use STV timesheet and expense reporting apps, STV on-line training, and client-based documentation applications.
Written and verbal communication skills.
Willingness to work in a safe manner and within company, project, and OSHA safety guidelines on a highway/bridge construction site.
Possess a valid driver’s license and vehicle and be able to safely operate a personal vehicle along, approaching, and/or within construction zones, including detour routes.
Be able to work nights and weekends when required by our clients and project construction schedules.
Ability and willingness to attend training sessions and classes to obtain additional inspection and safety certifications and maintain certifications.

Nice To Haves

Post-secondary coursework in Civil Engineering or Construction Management
PennDOT TA-TCI Training Modules
NICET Level I/II in Highway Construction
NECEPT Asphalt Field Technician
ACI Concrete Field Technician
PennDOT/NECEPT Concrete Field Technician
Certifications and training in Stormwater Management, Guiderail/Attenuator installation, Traffic Control, and OSHA/Safety
Willingness to pursue ACI/PennDOT Concrete, NECEPT Asphalt, Traffic Control, Guide Rail, Stormwater Management, OSHA Construction Safety and/or other related certifications.

Responsibilities

Review contractor’s procedures, materials, and work product for conformance with plans and specifications.
Prepare written inspection reports on work in progress and completed work, including quantity calculations, and to witness and document materials testing and certification processes.
Learn and apply PennDOT highway and bridge construction specifications, contract drawings and documents, standards, materials, and work methods.
Assist client and/or the CM team in documenting and reviewing construction project activities, materials testing, and certifications, tracking status of operations, and providing background information and support for contractor payments and change orders.
Assist supervisors and managers in keeping clients and stakeholders informed on project activities and issues, and to quickly remedy construction issues so as to avoid rework, change orders, or construction claims.

Benefits

Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable)
Disability insurance
Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
401(k) Plan
Retirement Counseling
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Time Off (starting at 16 days)
Paid Holidays (9 days)
Back-Up Dependent Care (up to 10 days per year)
Parental Leave (up to 80 hours)
Continuing Education Program
Professional Licensure and Society Memberships