Do you love helping people through difficult situations? Then don’t miss your chance to join our Team as a new Construction Technician. In this position, you will be making a difference each and every day. We have a sincere drive toward the goal of helping make fire and water damage “Like it never even happened”! Our job is to put people's lives back together after they have experienced a disaster in their home or business. Our Team is seeking someone who is comfortable working hard in challenging situations, enjoys meeting new people, and has excellent communication skills. As a valued employee, you will receive a competitive pay rate, and great benefits (401k match, health insurance, paid holidays, PTO, paid training, uniforms provided) with an opportunity to learn and grow. Rate of Pay: Negotiable Depending on Experience, Job Description: • Respond to service calls as needed. • Perform services as assigned, following SERVPRO® production guidelines and standard construction procedures. • Communicate with VP of operations, Construction Administrator Assistant to make sure all customer needs are met. • Support Supervisors and other production personnel, as needed. • Clean and maintain vehicles, equipment, warehouse, and office areas, as needed. Results Expected: • Construction processes are performed according to guidelines and work orders. • Communications to the Construction Department and customers are timely. • Jobs are completed at or beyond customer expectations. • Vehicles, equipment, and facilities remain clean, orderly, and working properly. Responsibilities: • Communicate with Construction department regarding customer needs and successfully meet those needs. • Report any complaints about the performance of services. • Follow blueprints and building plans to meet the needs of clients • Install structures and fixtures, such as windows and molding • Measure, cut, or shape wood, plastic, fiberglass, drywall, and other materials • Construct building frameworks, including wall studs, floor joists, and doorframes • Help put up, level, and install building framework with the aid of large pulleys and cranes • Inspect and replace damaged framework or other structures and fixtures • Provide personnel availability for response to emergency services as required by SERVPRO® response commitment. Qualifications: • Effective oral communication • Experience in cleaning/restoration preferred • High school diploma/GED preferred • Ability to travel locally and out of state as necessary • Ability to successfully complete a background check subject to applicable law Physical and Work Environment Requirements: • Ability to regularly lift 50 pounds and ability to lift up to 100 pounds with assistance • Exposure to chemicals • Walking and standing for long periods of time, driving, sitting, climbing, • Ability to climb ladders and work at ceiling heights • Ability to work in tight spaces (e.g., crawls spaces under buildings) • Ability to use complex tools for a variety of jobs in a safe manner • Repetitive pushing/pulling/lifting/carrying objects All employees of a SERVPRO® Franchise are hired by, employed by, and under the sole supervision and control of an independently owned and operated SERVPRO® Franchise. SERVPRO® Franchise employees are not employed by, jointly employed by, agents of, or under the supervision or control of Servpro Industries, Inc., the Franchisor, in any manner whatsoever. Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Paid time off Work Location: In person
See More Details >>What You'll Do No experience necessary, paid training is provided, and we pay your certification fees! • **Starting pay of $20 per hour*** ECS Limited is offering a unique opportunity for a talented Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Field Technician to join our Christiansburg team and advance in a dynamic work environment. No prior experience is needed, as you'll work under the guidance of experienced professionals to learn to safely perform a variety of tasks. Responsibilities • Field Activities: Conduct observation, testing, and sampling of materials, including soils, aggregates, and concrete on construction materials testing project sites; Execute tasks based on project requirements under the guidance of senior technicians, staff professionals, and project managers. • Testing Procedures: Conduct routine field and/or laboratory tests for soils, aggregates, and concrete using various methodologies and testing equipment following industry standards and compliance. • Data Collection: Perform calculations and data reduction based on sampling, test results, and inspection; May assist with calculations, drafting, and other administrative duties as requested. • Communication: Maintain daily communication with site contractors, fellow technicians, and project managers; Communicate changing site conditions and additional requested testing to supervisor; Attend project meetings as requested; Assist with organization of field equipment and notify supervisor of broken or missing equipment as needed. • Training and Development: Receive training in ECS methodology for project observations, inspections, and testing; Document findings with precision in accordance with accepted engineering practices. Career Development As your experience grows, ECS will: • Support you in enhancing your professional skills. • Encourage participation in internal and external training programs and certification opportunities provided by organizations such as OSHA 10, ACI, ASNT, AWS, ICC, NICET, NRCA, RCI, various State DOTs, WACEL, and others, as appropriate. What We're Looking For Required Qualifications • No experience required. • High school diploma or GED. • Must be able to lift a minimum of 85 pounds. • Must have valid driver's license and insurance. • Willing to develop understanding of heavy construction safety, practices, and procedures. • Willing to obtain knowledge of CMT principles and applications, as well as ASTM laboratory standards, leading to certifications in soils, concrete, and radiation safety. • OSHA 10 certification may be required. • Strong communication skills (speaking, reading, and writing). • Ability to work effectively with contractors, peers, and supervisors. Who We Are ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and facilities consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 2,800 employees in 100+ offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #64 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2024), #144 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2024) and #28 in Zweig Group’s Hot Firm List (June 2024). For additional information about ECS click here. We love our employees and we show this through providing some great benefits, including paid time off, health and other insurance plans, retirement and college savings plans, and more. Click here to learn more about the great benefits at ECS. ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This means that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. Qualifications: ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and facilities consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 2,800 employees in 100+ offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #64 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2024), #144 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2024) and #28 in Zweig Group’s Hot Firm List (June 2024). For additional information about ECS click here. We love our employees and we show this through providing some great benefits, including paid time off, health and other insurance plans, retirement and college savings plans, and more. Click here to learn more about the great benefits at ECS. ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This means that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. Education:UNAVAILABLEEmployment Type: FULL_TIME
See More Details >>Job Description: Step into Your New Role As a Construction Inspector, you will perform general construction inspection tasks to verify compliance standards codes, and ordinances, zoning regulations, as well as contract plans, specifications, and special provisions. Projects will consist of bridges, roadways, and environmental components to these services. This position is available in the Northern Virginia, Richmond, Lynchburg, Christiansburg, and Hampton Roads areas of VA. Responsibilities: • Inspects and monitors construction sites and the various work activities on these sites to verify adherence to standards, codes, and specifications. • Prepares daily reports documenting inspections and other relevant project information. • Verifies lines and grades of project improvements. • Coordinate and perform field testing of materials associated with inspection as required. • Implement quantity calculations for pay estimates. • Performs analytical calculations such as basic earthwork, grading, profiles, and special staking procedures. • Communicates verbally and in writing with contractor, owner, and project stakeholders as directed. Qualifications: • High school diploma or equivalent. • Minimum 3 years in the field or in trade-related training in a design, construction inspection, construction materials engineering/testing, or other construction related field. • Knowledge and experience with equipment used in construction inspection, and field testing of construction materials. • Must be able to read, write, comprehend and speak English fluently. • Attendance, punctuality and reliability are essential requirements. • Familiarity with use of PC-based computer systems and/or tablet systems. • Current/valid State Driver's License REQUIRED with acceptable driving record. • Ability to pass a fingerprint/background check. • Construction field materials testing certifications, i.e. Asphalt, concrete, workzone, pavement marking, environmental, etc. Preferred Qualifications: • Associate degree or equivalent to include courses in related work type. Move Forward with Kleinfelder Kleinfelder has been connecting great people to the best work since 1961. We are engineers, scientists, and construction professionals providing solutions that improve our clients’ transportation, water, energy, and other private infrastructure. As a responsive, cross-disciplinary team of bright, curious, and innovative problem-solvers, we are dedicated to doing the right thing, every day, on every project from over 85 offices in the US, Canada, and Australia. Connecting great people to the best work is our purpose – together, we deliver. Progress with an Employer that Values You Kleinfelder is an inclusive organization free from discrimination. We are a stronger organization when we are a diverse workforce and believe that through diversity, equity, and inclusion comes creativity, innovation, and unity. We are proud to offer the following: Benefits: Kleinfelder offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays. The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the Equal Pay Act. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience. Salary range: $28-$37/hr. Career Development: We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program. Equal Opportunity: Kleinfelder is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules) NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES Please note that Kleinfelder does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Kleinfelder will not consider or agree to payment for any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Kleinfelder explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resume, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Kleinfelder.
See More Details >>Entering the masonry trade in Christiansburg, VA, typically begins with an apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 762,600 masonry workers nationwide, with a significant presence in areas like Christiansburg, VA. Wages for masonry workers in Christiansburg average around $1,157 per week, with experienced professionals earning up to $1,384 per week. Trade schools, unions, and local training programs help aspiring masons find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
