Transportation Technical Assistant - 37708

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Job Details
Job Location: ERIE - ERIE, PA
Position Type: Full Time
Salary Range: $20.35 - $23.94 Hourly
Transportation Technical Assistant

Urban Engineers is seeking qualified individuals in Pennsylvania, including Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Erie, Allentown, Scranton, Altoona, Mechanicsburg/Harrisburg, State College, and Williamsport to join the Construction Management Department as Transportation Construction Technical Assistants (TA-1 and TA-2) for highway construction projects. For details on pay rate, sign-on bonus, and benefits of working with Urban, please see below.

This position will be responsible for -
* The inspection of highways and bridges and documenting that they are being constructed in conformance with the plans and specifications.
* Inspecting and documenting the field activities performed by the contractor daily and act as a representative for the client.
* Communication between the inspection team, contractor, and client is required daily.
* Other tasks may include but not limited to: Project Site Activity (PSA) reports and electronic tablet and computer usage.

Job Requirements:
Minimum requirement for Technical Assistant (TA):
* High School Diploma (or equivalent).
* Ability to read, write, and do basic math computation.

Additional requirements:
* Basic computer skills to use an electronic tablet and computer for reviewing construction drawings/specifications and completing project documentation are required.
* Navigate construction sites in different types of terrain and weather conditions.
* Work hours may include day and/or night shift work, and weekends, based on the type of operation taking place.
* Communication - Both verbal and writing skills are required.
* Candidates must also have their own vehicle and have a valid driver's license. Candidates will receive mileage reimbursement for duty-related driving.

Pay Rate : $20.35 - $23.94 / hour

Pay range depends on TA experience.
Incentive: $500 sign-on bonus. 50% in your first paycheck and the remaining 50% payable following ninety (90) days of employment!

Available Locations: Erie, PA | Scranton, PA | Pittsburgh, PA | Philadelphia, PA |Mechanicsburg, PA | Allentown, PA | State College, PA | Williamsport, PA | Altoona, PA

This position is not available for remote/virtual work.

Benefits of working at Urban:
* Medical/Prescription
* Dental
* Vision
* Life Insurance
* Short/Long Term Disability
* Flexible Spending Accounts
* 401K and company match
* Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
* Vacation, Holiday, and Personal Days
* Tuition Reimbursement
* Professional Development
* Certification Bonus

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status

Equal Opportunity Employer-minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity

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