Transportation Technical Assistant - 38472

DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES: Job Details Job Location: ALLENTOWN - ALLENTOWN, 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