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Transportation Technician I
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A Transportation Inspector inspects equipment and cargo to ensure the safe transport of people and goods.
$70,724 / year median in North Carolina
+5% projected growth
Job Description
Transportation Technician I Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson United States, North Carolina, Hickory Sep 01, 2026 Transportation Technician I LinkedIn
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Category Construction Management/Inspection - Transportatio
All Locations Hickory, NC
Tracking Code 26522
Position Type Full-Time/Regular
Job Description 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 #45 on Engineering s-Record's list of the Top 500 Design Firms. JMT's Construction Management Team is seeking a Transportation Technician I to apply standard inspection procedures on ongoing activities, in the state of North Carolina, during and after construction for quality, safety and conformance to plans and specifications. Statewide opportunities available. 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. This position is available in multiple locations within North Carolina and can be discussed with the hiring manager during an interview. Essential Functions and Responsibilities Perform inspection of contractor's operations on a variety of transportation projects including roadway and bridge construction to verify conformance to plans and specifications.
Performs routine material testing
Measure and track quantities of pay items
Gathers and maintains record documents including material certifications, testing reports, and inspector's daily diaries
Perform other related duties as assigned Nonessential Functions and Responsibilities Perform other related duties as assigned Required Skills Must successfully complete and pass JMT's Motor Vehicle screening Required Experience Associate degree in Civil Engineering Technology, Survey Technology, or a related curriculum from an appropriately accredited institution; or two years equivalent CEI experience.
Active driver's license
NCDOT certifications including Concrete Field Technician, QMS Roadway Technician, and Conventional Density Testing preferred
Construction inspection experience on NCDOT projects preferred Working Conditions Work is performed in the field. Ability to work safely in an outside environment with exposure to hazards on construction sites including heights, highway traffic, and traversing rough terrain in evaluating highway construction. Must be able to perform moderate physical activity including but not limited to walking, climbing, balancing, kneeling, and standing. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. Must be able to work nights and weekends as required. 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. #Firstline-JP2