Technical Assistant (TA) - Construction Services
About The Position
GFT is seeking a Technical Assistant to join its Construction Services Team in Philadelphia. The role is described as following a remote work schedule, with work mostly performed on-site. The successful candidate will work in a collaborative, customer-focused environment and help deliver quality construction projects. The position involves inspecting construction work, ensuring compliance with plans and contract requirements, communicating with project supervisors, and completing daily documentation. Core business hours are 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. The position is full-time and salaried, with compensation dependent on experience and geographic location.
Requirements
- High school diploma, GED, or post-secondary education.
- Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
- Ability to perform basic mathematical computations for length, area, and volume.
- At least one year of transportation industry experience in highway or bridge design or construction inspection.
- Ability to complete the twelve web-based TCI training modules.
- Engages multiple perspectives when solving problems, seeks to learn from peers, and encourages reciprocal learning among team members.
Responsibilities
- Inspect construction work to help ensure contractors build a quality project.
- Perform assigned duties for specific activities to ensure adherence to plans, specifications, standards, and quality-control plans.
- Comply with District and project-specific overtime requirements.
- Meet daily, or as required, with the Department Project Engineer, Manager, or Supervisor, or Consultant Manager or Supervisor, to receive instructions and assignments.
- Complete PSA’s and worksheets daily.
- Request assistance from the Manager or Supervisor when needed for inspection instructions or assignments involving materials and workmanship, to ensure compliance with contract requirements and established standards.
- Participate in daily huddles with field staff.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package, including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
- Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
- Competitive 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
