Engineering Technician II/Construction Inspector at Providence Engineering and Environmental Group LLC – Baton Rouge, Louisiana

SUMMARY:

Employee will participate in construction inspection, including verifying elevations and alignments, monitoring construction progress, and ensuring compliance with project plans and specifications. The employee will also contribute to preparing reports and calculations, reviewing and validating laboratory test data, compiling final documentation such as daily reports, construction logs, and final construction project reports. Assignments will be in both field-based and office-based work areas.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities):

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous experience with general construction inspection required.
• Inspection of construction for transportation projects preferred.
• Landfill or solid waste surface impoundment construction preferred.
• Experience with HDPE liner installation and HDPE pipe installation required.
• Previous experience and operation knowledge of compaction testing equipment, including nuclear density gauge, is preferred.
• Three years’ experience with an engineering background is preferred.
• Ability to read engineering drawings maps is preferred.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and maintain an insurable driving record.
• Strong consultative, organizational, interpersonal and communication (verbal & written) skills.
• Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality. Prioritizes and plans work efficiently.

ATTRIBUTES:

• Technical Skills - Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; shares expertise with others.
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent.
• Dependability - Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Initiative - Volunteers readily; asks for and offers help when needed. Willing to do whatever it takes to get the job done.
• Team Player – Enjoy participating and being part of a Team.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serves as primary construction inspector in area or areas of specialization/certification; determines sample requirements for area(s) of expertise.
• Verifies elevations/alignments of construction work for survey.
• Prepares work reports, estimate quantities, and/or calculations.
• Uses a thorough knowledge and understanding of Department procedures, policies, standards, and specifications in the processing of construction-related documents such as partial and final estimates.
• Independently reviews test reports for coding accuracy and complete data; recommends corrective action to laboratory technicians.
• Uses knowledge of laboratory documentation procedures and terminology to compile final reports, such as borrow pit investigations, soil surveys and final acceptance measurements; prepares sampling plans.
• Monitors construction progress and advises appropriate personnel of FHWA Independent Assurance testing needs; compiles data and produces final Independent Assurance report for a District Laboratory Engineer's approval.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to travel frequently and on short notice, with some overnight stays.
• Ability to walk long distances.
• Ability to lift 40 lbs.
• Ability to work outdoors in variable weather conditions and on varied terrain, sometimes for extended periods of time.

The above job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed in the described position. This document is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all position duties and skills required of the individual classified in this position.

ADDITIONAL COMPANY INFORMATION:

The above Job Description is a written statement of facts describing the scope, responsibilities, and organizational relationships of this position as it is. It is intended to provide a clear picture of the position’s role within the organization.

This job description is subject to change as Providence Engineering and Environmental Group LLC evolves, and in no way implies that this description includes all the duties associated with this position. Job duties related to this position may be added/removed from the job description as needed. Providence Engineering and Environmental Group LLC depends on its employees to assess current positions and update position description as duties change, responsibilities increase/decrease, technology improvements occur, or because of any other factors which may impact the success of such position.

Providence Engineering and Environmental Group LLC is committed to diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants and all employees will be evaluated based on their ability, competence, and performance of the essential functions of their positions. It is the policy of Providence Engineering and Environmental Group LLC to be nondiscriminatory in all matters regarding the selection, recruiting, hiring, termination, promotion, transfer, work assignment, scheduling, compensation of employees, and any or all other terms and conditions of employment. The company does not unlawfully discriminate based on any applicable, legally protected classification or characteristics, including but not limited to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability. Providence Engineering and Environmental Group LLC is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants with disabilities to the full extent required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you feel you need a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the ADA, you are encouraged to contact us at HumanResources@providenceeng.com.

Providence Engineering and Environmental Group LLC is an EEO employer - M/F/Vets/Disabled