Location: Norfolk,VA, USA
McKim & Creed is a leading top 150 ENR-ranked firm and we are seeking an enthusiastic Sewer System Evaluation Survey (SSES) Field Technician in support of Civil Engineering Water/Wastewater design projects as part of a multi-discipline project team to produce design/construction drawings and specifications.
As an employee-owned company, you will share in the value you create as we continue the growth trajectory that has led us to improving to No. 155 on ENR's top 500 design firms.
WHAT WE OFFER: Join a company that puts its employees first. Ranked as one of the Best Firms to Work For, here are just some of the reasons to become part of the McKim & Creed team:
* Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): All employees are owners & benefit from profits earned
* Competitive pay + paid holidays, bereavement and parental, medical, and military leave
* Multiple office locations to work from: Stick close to home or travel for a change of scenery
* Growth opportunities & training: Grow confidently in your career with our mentoring & training options
* Professional development: Tuition reimbursement, early career professional program, online courses & more
* Work that makes a difference: See the direct impact your work has on our communities
* Collaborative, supportive team: People to help you solve problems, cheer successes & encourage you along the way
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WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT DAY-TO-DAY:
In this role, you will be responsible for conducting data collection activities associated with the completion of a typical Sewer System Evaluation Survey (SSES) related project. Individual will be responsible for gathering and recording data in an efficient and timely manner. Individual must ensure that all data is recorded accurately.
The primary work activities include the following:
* Performing field inspections and investigations by collecting high quality and accurate data.
* Manhole Inspections - record various structure attributes and identify defects.
* Smoke Testing - conduct smoke tests and record defects encountered.
* Night Flow Isolations - measure wastewater flows during non-peak usage.
* Dye Testing - conduct dye water tracing and dye water flooding.
* Flow Monitoring - install & maintain open channel flow metering equipment.
* CCTV Inspections - conduct robotic video inspections of wastewater sewer pipelines in accordance to NASSCO PACP, MACP, and LACP standards.
* Frequent overnight travel is required.
* This position requires a lot of walking outside and climbing ladders year-round through various terrain and in extreme heat and cold.
* Ability to work in Confined Spaces, including sanitary sewer manholes.
WHAT YOU NEED:
* High School diploma or GED is required.
* Must be able to travel.
* Willing to work in and around open sanitary sewer lines.
* Have the ability to obtain and maintain a Confined Space Entry certification.
* Should possess basic computer skills.
* Good technical skills.
* Valid drivers license.
WHAT WILLL MAKE YOU STAND OUT:
* Experience with ESRI ArcGIS and/or Trimble Products is preferred.
* Previous SSES experience preferred but not required.
McKim & Creed is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status and maintains a Drug Free Workplace.