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Johnson, Mirmiran, and Thompson Inc. Assistant Team Leader Bridge Inspection Trainee in Syracuse, New York
Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm with more than 2,800 professionals, providing a full range of multidisciplinary engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT is currently ranked #50 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 Design Firms.
Position Summary: The trainee will be enrolled in a 3000-hour on-the-job training program which includes field activities and office procedures. The trainee may qualify for the position of Assistant Team Leader after successful graduation from the program.
Immigration sponsorship or support (e.g. H1B, F-1 CPT/OPT/STEM OPT) is not available for this position, except for qualified candidates eligible for the TN visa classification.
Special Note
This position is sponsored through a New York State Department of Transportation program specifically for the development of engineering technicians.
Candidates possessing a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or higher education are not eligible for this program. These candidates are encouraged to apply directly for the Assistant Team Leader or Design Engineer positions at JMT.
Work Location
This position will have time spent roughly equally between fieldwork and office work. Office work will be conducted at either the Syracuse or Utica Office.
Fieldwork may be conducted in any of the following locations:
- Region 2 – Fulton, Hamilton, Herkimer, Madison, Montgomery and Oneida Counties.
Field assignments may be day trips or require one of more overnight stays to complete assignments. While on travel status, trainees will be compensated for lodging and meals using State approved per diem rates. Mileage, tolls, parking and other ancillaries for travel are also included. Details will be discussed during the interview.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
Review plans, specifications and construction methods in order to calculate quantities, make electronic sketches and interpret field conditions.
Perform routine inspection and monitoring of material conditions including concrete, steel, and timber.
Measure dimensions and verify level, alignment, and elevation of structures
Gather and documents hydraulic information including scour documentation and depth readings
Makes field notes and computations
Take photographs and organize for field reports
Input collected data to electronic format
Work with various software to produce inspection reports
Nonessential Functions and Responsibilities
- Perform other related duties as assigned
Required Skills
Ability to work in the field and office utilizing software products such as Microsoft Office, Adobe and others
Must successfully complete and pass JMT's Motor Vehicle screening
Valid Driver’s License Required
Able to pass Background Check
Required Experience
Associate's Degree in Civil Engineering Technology or an equivalent Associate's Degree.
OR18 months of bridge experience in design, construction, inspection or other bridge-related work
Working Conditions
Work is performed in the field and office. Ability to extensively perform bending, kneeling, standing, shoveling, and lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 50 lbs. as needed. Work may be conducted outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. This position also requires the ability to climb ladders, work at heights, and perform tasks while positioned above water.
Compensation for this position is $28.00 - $33.00/hour, commensurate with experience, education and certifications. The provided range is a good faith estimate based on the requirements described within the job description. We notice that we receive a wide variety of applicants and recognize that the person selected may be less experienced or more experienced. If so, the actual salary range may vary from the estimate provided.
Benefits
JMT offers outstanding opportunities for career and professional growth. We are 100% employee-owned (ESOP) and offer outstanding health care coverage and other benefits, including:
Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Company paid Life and Disability Insurance
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Paid Caregiver Leave Program
401K Retirement Plan (Traditional and Roth options)
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Career Development Programs
And more…
Benefits | JMT
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.