Construction Aide

About the Role

Under general supervision, this position performs inspection of contractors’ work, including documentation of contractors’ work, entry-level survey duties, assisting with the staking and layout of highway construction, and performing basic tests of materials.

Responsibilities

• Assist in transporting tools and equipment to work sites and obtaining survey information necessary for agency projects by performing miscellaneous survey duties.
• Assist in maintaining surveying equipment.
• Utilize various hand tools such as a sledgehammer, axe, shovel, etc., to locate and place markers, survey pins, and boundary markers; cut brush; or obtain material samples.
• Assist in performing materials tests for specification compliance.
• Perform inspection of construction activities to ensure projects meet department standards and keep supervisor fully informed of daily contractor activities and unusual conditions.
• Document contractors’ work via SiteManager or other electronic inspection software in accordance with Department policy.
• Frequently drive a Department vehicle to various locations within the District.

Requirements

• Educational equivalent to a diploma from an accredited high school.
• Valid driver’s license.

Skills

• Basic mathematical skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, use of fractions and decimals, computation of areas).
• Basic computer skills (operation of a PC and familiarity with Windows operating system).

Physical Requirements

• Ability to use various types of hand tools.
• Ability to traverse rugged terrain, climb up and down hills and grades, as well as in and out of vehicles.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.

Working Conditions

• Must travel frequently to various locations within the District.
• Must be able to perform assigned duties in all types of weather as well as other work conditions, e.g., noise, dust, fumes, etc.