Technician | Construction Inspection Services - ODOT / roadway

CTL Engineering • Youngstown, OH

9h • Hybrid

About The Position

CTL Engineering is seeking Technicians for Construction Inspection Services to play a key role in all aspects of construction inspection services and quality control for state (ODOT), county, and local Clients. The role involves testing and inspection for a variety of construction projects, primarily in the roadway/bridge arena, but also potentially including water/wastewater, aviation, commercial, and municipal utility/infrastructure sectors. This position offers the opportunity to learn aspects of construction inspection and problem-solving skills while collaborating with institutions and municipal agencies. The position will utilize existing experience while developing new skills within a cross-functional team dynamic and company culture. This role is ideal for individuals passionate about industry trends, problem-solving, and interested in construction inspection and quality control.

Requirements

• Knowledge of engineering, construction, testing and inspection principles.
• Experience with materials and lab testing.
• Experience with standard testing and observation methods.
• Understanding of construction or engineering services.
• Experience in performing quality control initiatives and performance testing.
• Skill in lab reporting, writing reports and maintaining records
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in external environment conditions during difficult weather.
• Ability to provide status updates independently.
• Be quality-minded and client-focused.
• 0-2+ years experience in construction inspection and testing.
• Must have a valid driver license and an acceptable driving record.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with highway construction specifications and previous field experience is a plus/not required.
• Previous experience working for a testing company a plus.
• Experience with concrete, asphalt, earthwork, and utility construction engineering services and inspection/testing is nice to have but not required.
• Experience with field and laboratory testing of soil, concrete, asphalt, aggregate, masonry, structural steel and fireproofing, etc. is a plus but not required.
• Preferred certifications: ACI Grade I, DOT Asphalt Tech, NICET Level II Soils, ICC Special inspections and/or CWI/NDT inspectors – good to have but not required.

Responsibilities

• Perform construction engineering technician (inspection) services related to earthwork, concrete, asphalt and utility construction for ODOT, municipalities, and private sector clients.
• Perform engineering and construction field testing primarily roadway/bridge projects.
• Inspect and report on specific aspects of construction works in progress, such as concrete pours, rebar placement, pipe replacements as examples.
• Inspect and sample construction materials.
• Perform computations with formulas, plots data and draws simple curves and graphs.
• Assist Engineers in field during soil and materials investigations.
• Ensure that job site tests/observations, including quality control, quality assurance, and verifications are performed in accordance with the standard test/observation methods, project specifications and other contract documents.
• Perform lab testing and observation of soils, concrete and asphalt.
• Perform inspections for construction projects to ensure contractor compliance with state specifications, plans, and/or proposals for primarily roadway work, roadway, pavement.
• Verify plan quantities and calculations as bid plans.
• Prepare and maintain project records and reports.
• May assist with notifying the Contractor or the Project Engineer of non-conforming work.

Benefits

• medical insurance
• life insurance
• disability insurance
• paid time off
• award-winning ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)
• 401K plan
• stipend for personal vehicle use or a company take-home vehicle will be provided, based on the assignment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed