Construction Technician- Entry Level
Who we are
NTH Consultants, Ltd. (NTH) has been providing professional engineering consulting services to the energy, community development, industry, transportation, and water markets since 1968. From a small, Detroit-based, geotechnical engineering firm, our company has grown into to a nationally recognized, full service infrastructure and environmental consulting firm, providing a wide range of services in civil design, geotechnical engineering, environmental engineering, and facilities engineering. Those who join our team will see first-hand the impact they have on the environment, public infrastructure, renewable energy, and community development efforts through exciting, high-profile, and challenging projects. Every day, our staff solves problems and overcomes challenges that make an immediate difference to our clients and the people they serve.
A day in the life of a Construction Technician at NTH
- Complete and submit accurate Daily Field Reports.
- Perform routine tasks, tests, and computations associated with construction materials testing and field observations under the supervision of the Project Engineer/Project Manager. This will include sampling and testing of concrete, soils, asphalt, and other construction materials on construction projects.
- Assist engineering staff with field monitoring activities.
- Independently operate relevant testing/monitoring equipment.
- Assist with MDOT inspection activities.
- Perform other tasks, as necessary.
What you need to apply
- Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Willingness and ability to review activities on construction sites and make preliminary evaluations and provide opinions (cause and corrective action) on tasks/problems to NTH’s Project Engineer and/or Project Manager.
- Must be able to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.
- Must hold a valid driver’s license and be willing to travel to and conduct field work at job sites/offices in Michigan.
- Basic computer skills with Microsoft Word and Excel, etc.
Preferred qualifications
- College/Vocational courses/associate degree.
- Certifications:
- ACI/MCA Concrete Testing Technician Level I or above
- MDOT Density Technology Certification
- One or more years of field experience in concrete, soils, and pavement testing and inspection.
- Ability to read and interpret design drawings, specifications, MDOT requirements, and other construction documents.
- Experience with MDOT Field Book software and MDOT forms.
What you will enjoy (the perks!)
- Become an employee owner with us: company contributions to a qualified retirement plan through the Employee Stock Ownership Plan.
- Generous PTO package and paid holidays.
- Participation in our total rewards program with competitive salaries, and low-cost health plans.
- Cafeteria plan options for health, dental, vision plans, and a 401K plan with a company match.
- Company paid employee assistance program for employees & families.
- Paid parental leave.
- Give back to the community through various volunteer events and fundraisers.
- Tuition reimbursement for our long-life learners.
- Professional development opportunities & paid professional memberships.
- In house training and paid professional certification programs.
- Basic Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) supplied.
- Safety Boot, Prescription Safety Glasses, and other PPE reimbursement programs.
- Necessary field equipment to perform tasks provided.
- Laptop computer provided.
Why choose us?
In 2022, NTH has been named a Crain’s Cool Place to Work, a Detroit Free Press Top Workplace, and a National & Metro Detroit’s Best and Brightest Company.
As an employee-owned firm, we take our work seriously, but we know how to have fun. We promote a relaxed company culture that focuses on improving not only our staff members' professional life, but also their personal life. We regularly schedule company activities which support employee ownership, such as golf outings, off-site company holiday party, food trucks, book clubs, ESOP month Oktoberfest celebrations, and many more team building events. We also offer a robust engagement program that focuses on all aspects of wellness. Opportunities include regular challenges, educational presentations and health initiatives, impromptu activities such as group lunch walks, healthy snack days, after work bike outings, and more.
Work Authorization
Authorized to work full-time in the U.S.A. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired are required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
AAP / EEO Statement
NTH Consultants, Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.
NTH Consultants, Ltd. participates in E-Verify.
