Construction Technician Job Description
Construction technician
provides input on new equipment and instrumentation; equipment installation and preventive maintenance; testing; and plant personnel training.
Construction Technician Duties & Responsibilities
To write an effective construction technician job description, begin by listing detailed duties, responsibilities and expectations. We have included construction technician job description templates that you can modify and use.
Sample responsibilities for this position include:
Records documentation and maintenance and installation data to be used in the preparation of scientific or engineering reports
Prioritizes orders based upon established factors (hazard implications, the effect on the customer, date commitments), determines materials needed and ensures their availability
Installation of required equipment
Participate as a member of an on-site construction team actively involved in day to day renovation activities such as cabinet and/or counter repair/replacement, painting, lighting and plumbing fixture replacement
Compliance with company standards as defined in the Policies and Procedure Manual and applicable laws, Fair Housing, Landlord Tenant, OSHA, and EEOC
Able to install both MUXES and DEMUXES and determine their strategic placement
Proficient on a computer including the Microsoft Office suite
Oversees and ensures the execution of overhead/underground construction duties such as placing hard-line cables, frame and strand poles, transfer facilities between poles, place cable in joint trench, and ensuring safe operation of construction vehicles and cable trailers
Maintains accurate record keeping with regards to project start, milestone dates, production logs, material costs, and labor expenditures
Assists in the establishment of work site safety standards
Construction Technician Qualifications
Qualifications for a job description may include education, certification, and experience.
Licensing or Certifications for Construction Technician
List any licenses or certifications required by the position: CST, NICET, OSHA, MARTCP, SCTE, NCTI, MDOT
Education for Construction Technician
Typically a job would require a certain level of education.
Employers hiring for the construction technician job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as Associate and Bachelor's Degree in Construction, Associates, Technical, Civil Engineering Technology, Engineering, Math, Reading, Construction Management, Education, Civil Engineering
Skills for Construction Technician
Desired skills for construction technician include:
Spreadsheets
Non-Destructive Testing processes and requirements
Roofing
Materials
Contractor/maintenance tech supervision and customer training are keys to success in this position
Crane coordination
Data
Equipment selection
Excel
Installation
Desired experience for construction technician includes:
Oversees the tools and equipment used by the construction crew through regular inspection
Obtains/interprets design prints using Auto CAD and or SPATIAL and explains to crew
Supports Specialists and Supervisor with daily activities, workloads, and projects
Reads fiber matrix
Performs and ensures the execution of overhead/underground construction duties such as placing hard-line cables, frame and strand poles, transfer facilities between poles, place cable in joint trench, and ensuring safe operation of construction vehicles and cable trailers
Obtains/interprets design prints and explains to crew
Construction Technician Examples
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Construction Technician Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is looking to fill the role of construction technician. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for construction technician
- Manage development project data and various Districts databases
- Performs pole inspections within the region
- Utilizes NJUNS and PATS systems
- Participates in field meetings with utility companies
- Transport equipment to and from work locations including remote mountain tops
- Assist in testing of sites including trouble shooting
- Develop work orders and plans
- Communicate and coordinate with other departments
- Oversees the tools and equipment used by the construction crew through regular inspection.---- Replaces damaged items as necessary
- Arrange equipment specifications and check bids from manufacturers to assure they conform to specifications
Qualifications for construction technician
- Job requires mobility
- A minimum of 5 years experience utility construction experience a must
- Working knowledge of the NESC Code
- Knowledge of AutoDesk AutoCAD Map 5, Spatial FM, Spatial Web, Parcel Quest is a plus
- High School Diploma and combination of bridge & highway inspection experience
- Experience with Anritsu/PIM/Fiber OTDR sweep testing and equipment preferred
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Our company is growing rapidly and is looking for a construction technician. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for construction technician
- Interacts with on-site clients
- Reads and interprets construction prints, technical (i.e., mechanical, electrical, digital) drawings, maps, blueprints, diagrams
- Installs main and distribution line passive and active devices, both new and rebuilt, including power supplies (30,60.90V)
- Locates existing underground cables
- Climbs poles, ladders and other structures as needed
- Masking for paint work, mixing, matching and applying paint to various surfaces, completing touch up large painting projects
- Carpentry – Install structures and fixtures such as windows and moldings
- Plan, design and lay out additions and improvements to the distribution system
- Work under Construction Manager/Supervisor to complete Training Guidelines Checklist
- Support inspectors for plants, stations and pipelines as required
Qualifications for construction technician
- Minimum of 12 months or more of industry experience
- Minimum education of high school diploma or GED
- 7+ years' of construction coordination experience
- Familiar with coax and fiber construction, engineering, and/or technical operations direct experience
- Familiar with fiber architectures and designs
- Post high school/ Advanced degree is a PLUS
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Construction Technician Job Description
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Our company is growing rapidly and is searching for experienced candidates for the position of construction technician. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for construction technician
- Managing the electronic data management system and other construction management activities
- Conduct self in a Safe manner
- Develop knowledge in company construction specifications/requirements and industry codes and regulations
- Develop skills needed to manage construction forms and company processes, job safety evaluations, and maintain inspection and construction records for the company in accordance with company requirements
- Develop skills needed to coordination of pipeline routing, surveying activities, involvement in contractor selection process, and assisting with process/procedure optimization initiatives
- Maintain M-110, the Construction Lab, including keeping the machines clean and in good working order
- Maintain both the Tool Cribs located in M-110, including inventorying, maintaining, and securing tools
- Maintain Blueprint and storage room (M-202-1)
- Maintenance of Blueprint Machine, including changing ammonia bottle, cleaning the machine each semester, and providing preventative maintenance
- Maintain drafting rooms and Auto-Cad Lab on upper level, including drafting tables, shelves, counters and the magazine rack
Qualifications for construction technician
- NCTI or SCTE certifications a PLUS
- Ability and willingness to travel within Northern Virginia
- Knowledge of aerial and underground CATV construction practices required
- Ability to work on a rotating on call schedule required
- Knowledge of state and local municipality codes and requirements preferred
- Associate's degree in Business, Engineering or related field and 2 years CATV experience preferred
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Our company is growing rapidly and is searching for experienced candidates for the position of construction technician. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for construction technician
- Collect and provide accurate and timely field data to the Project Client Communicator (PCC)
- Perform construction administration and inspection, quantity takeoffs, materials testing, and related assignments for Michigan Department of Transportation owned and local agency owned transportation facilities
- Maintain Bulletin Boards and Display Areas
- Performs a variety of tasks in support of survey or construction activities
- Activities may include setting up and operating equipment, inspecting equipment, inspection of engineering installations for compliance with specifications
- Performs a variety of routine tasks and works under close supervision
- May need to assist building fences, re-building walls, etc
- Construction or Insulation background highly desired
- Performs or assists in ultrasonic, radiographic, magnetic particle, liquid penetrant, visual and structural steel inspections on assigned field or laboratory projects
- Assist in the creation of models and renderings to support pursuits in business development
Qualifications for construction technician
- 5+ years experience in maintenance, equipment operation, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, electronics or related machinery field
- Industrial Wastewater Treatment Operator Certificate
- Industrial Wastewater Treatment Superintendent Certificate or ability to obtain
- Basic knowledge of common spreadsheet and word processing software
- Basic knowledge of power tools, hand tools and heavy equipment operation
- Completion of OSHA 30-hr Construction Safety course
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Our company is growing rapidly and is looking to fill the role of construction technician. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for construction technician
- Support General Superintendent and project team with 3D-generated site logistics and site phasing for project pursuits and active projects
- Assist in creating accurate 3D models as needed for constructability reviews, field production/lift drawings and work flow planning/management
- Assist in providing a 4D schedule for construction sequencing and track critical path evolutions
- Provide support as needed to facilitate weekly MEP coordination meetings
- Assist in assembling shop drawing submittals from coordinated 3D MEP models provided by project subcontractors
- Maintain and expand knowledge base in advanced 3D software through continued use and training
- Work with estimating staff to develop accurate material quantities and quantity take-offs from the models as required
- Properly document time on a daily basis for developing metrics to optimize company procedures
- Provide monthly updates to Virtual Construction Manager regarding project status, standards adherence and any special project conditions/requirements
- Provide 4D model files for business development and pursuit needs
Qualifications for construction technician
- Industrial Wastewater Treatment Superintendent Certificate, Maryland
- All CSTs must be U.S. Citizens and must be able to obtain a U.S. Top Secret (TS) clearance
- Currently enrolled in a Civil Engineering Technology Program or similar degree
- Ability Perform all duties of on-site construction engineering observation for roadway and bridge construction projects, with good verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to perform on-site inspection duties during days, nights and weekends
- Must be able to travel for extended periods, as necessary