What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineering Technician position at Apex Engineers Inc?
Description
We are currently seeking a full-time Engineering Technician. In this role, you perform residential third party and commercial special inspections. You will assist with effective project management following the established guidelines of our company. This is a field-based job requiring an acceptable driving record and reliable transportation. This position does not require any specific experience, and we will train you in the role. Those with experience are also encouraged to apply.
Key Areas of Responsibility:
- Complete job-site visits to provide structural inspections for all phases of construction, special inspections, city required 3rd party inspections
- Collect measurements and other data for built drawings of existing structures
- Operate and maintain testing equipment
- Write detailed reports, calculate specifications and prepare recommendations
- Organize and file engineering documentation
- Accurately recording and reporting project time
- Communicating with contractors, city officials, property owners, engineers, administrative support and others to ensure successful project outcomes
- The above-mentioned list is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, duties, and assignments
Requirements
Required Qualifications
- Ability to perform responsibilities with regular and extensive exposure to the temperatures and weather extremes common to this geographic region.
- Ability to push and or occasionally lift 50+ pounds of material during concrete testing.
- Ability to lift 25+ pounds.
- Ability to safely maneuver around a construction site with uneven and unpredictable terrain
- Ability to work in a fast changing high speed atmosphere
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment and establish standards
- This position requires a valid driver’s license, good driving record, and reliable transportation.
- This position requires the final candidate to successfully pass an E-Verify check.
Other Beneficial Qualifications
- Previous construction experience with the ability to read and interpret house plans/blue prints
- ACI, NICET, CWI, ICC and similar certifications
- Experience with structural and special inspections during all phases of construction
- Experience with pre-concrete pour inspections