Construction Services Technician
Description
Your role at GEI.
GEI is seeking highly motivated individuals to perform a broad range of engineering technician duties on long term, full-time, projects in Sault Ste Marie.
Essential Responsibilities & Duties
- Candidates will work with engineers, contractors and project personnel while performing construction observation and documentation, materials testing services, and data collection for large scale infrastructure projects.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School Diploma required, AS degree in Engineering Technology, BS in Construction Management, or related field highly preferred.
- Previous experience in construction inspection and testing capacity with experience in soils, concrete, and bituminous paving.
- Certifications from ACI and/or State of Michigan highly desired.
- Previous Resident Engineering Experience is a plus
- Excellent organizational skills and valid driver’s license are required.
- Must be willing to travel for both short and long term assignments.
- Preference will also be given toward candidates with experience using AutoCad and surveying equipment.
We are GEI.
Some of the world’s most pressing problems – from climate change to sustainable development, to critical infrastructure and the future of our energy supply – need our brightest and diverse minds working together to create safer, more resilient communities for tomorrow.
We are technical experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who draw from diverse backgrounds to solve our clients’ most complex challenges.
With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry. See all our office locations here.
Employee-owned. Employee-focused.
As an employee-owned company, our employees support our flat leadership structure, have a say in how our business operates and benefit from our financial success. We are committed to employee growth with career development opportunities, competitive total rewards, a well-being program, flexible work arrangements and more. Our company culture is driven by our 4 Cs – we are Client-Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community Minded – which support our focus on sustainability, safety, diversity, equity and inclusion. Get to know us better by visiting GEI’s career site here.
GEI’s Total Rewards Package Includes
- Market-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus
- Comprehensive Benefits Program, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and More
- Well-Being Program and Paid Parental Leave
- Commuter Benefits
- Hybrid Work Schedules and Cell Phone Stipends
- GEI University (GEIU) with Continuing Education Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
- Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
- Support and Financial Rewards for Publication Awards, Professional Dues, and Professional Licenses
- Paid Holidays and Generous Paid Time Off Program
- Rewards and Recognition
- GEI-Funded Profit Sharing and 401(k)
- Opportunity to be an Owner and Shareholder (Learn more here)
- A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
- And More…
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
WORK ENVIRONMENT | |||||||||||||||||
Functional Demands: | |||||||||||||||||
Sedentary | Light | X | Medium | Other | |||||||||||||
Activity Level Throughout Workday (check one per row) | |||||||||||||||||
Physical Activity Requirements | Occasional (0-35% of day) | Frequent (33-66% of day) | Continuous (67-100% of day) | Not Applicable | |||||||||||||
Sitting | 1-2 hours | ||||||||||||||||
Standing | 6-8 hours | ||||||||||||||||
Walking | 3-5 hours | ||||||||||||||||
Climbing | 0-1 hours | ||||||||||||||||
Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds) | 0-30 pounds | ||||||||||||||||
Lifting (waist level and above) (in pounds) | 0-10 pounds | ||||||||||||||||
Carrying objects | 6-8 hours | ||||||||||||||||
Push/pull | 0-1 hour | ||||||||||||||||
Twisting | 1-2 hours | ||||||||||||||||
Bending | 2-3 hours | ||||||||||||||||
Reaching forward | 1-3 hours | ||||||||||||||||
Reaching overhead | 0-1 hour | ||||||||||||||||
Squat/kneel/crawl | 2-4 hours | ||||||||||||||||
Wrist position deviation | 1-2 hours | ||||||||||||||||
Pinching/fine motor skills | 2-3 hours | ||||||||||||||||
Keyboard use/repetitive motion | 1-2 hours | ||||||||||||||||
Taste or smell (taste=never) | 1-2 hours | ||||||||||||||||
Talk or hear | 6-8 hours | ||||||||||||||||
Accurate 20/40 | Very Accurate 20/20 | Not Applicable | |||||||||||||||
Near Vision | X | ||||||||||||||||
Far Vision | X | ||||||||||||||||
Yes | No | Not Applicable | |||||||||||||||
Color Discrimination | X | ||||||||||||||||
Sensory Requirements | Minimal | Moderate | Accurate | Not Applicable | |||||||||||||
Depth perception | X | ||||||||||||||||
Hearing | X | ||||||||||||||||
GEI is an AA/equal opportunity employer, including disabled and veterans.