Construction Aide
The Construction Aide supports highway construction projects by assisting with surveying, inspecting contractor work, performing materials testing, and documenting activities to ensure compliance with department standards. This role involves physical labor, use of hand tools, and frequent travel within the district to various work sites, contributing to the successful execution of transportation infrastructure projects.
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Position Overview
Confidential Client (Scientific & QA) is seeking a Construction Aide in Wynne, AR. Under general supervision, you will assist with inspection and documentation of contractors’ work, perform entry-level survey duties, help with staking and layout for highway construction, and conduct basic materials testing to ensure compliance with specifications.
What You’ll Do
- Assist in transporting tools and equipment to work sites and obtaining survey information for projects.
- Help maintain and care for surveying equipment.
- Use hand tools (sledgehammer, axe, shovel, etc.) to locate and place markers, survey pins, and boundary markers; cut brush; and obtain material samples.
- Assist in performing materials tests to verify specification compliance.
- Inspect construction activities to confirm projects meet department standards; report daily contractor activities and unusual site conditions to supervisors.
- Document contractors’ work using SiteManager or other electronic inspection software in accordance with policy.
- Frequently drive a department vehicle to locations within the district.
- May perform administrative support tasks in the office as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
- Education: Equivalent to a diploma from an accredited high school.
- Knowledge & Skills:
- Basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals, area calculations).
- Basic computer skills (PC operation; familiarity with Windows).
- Licenses & Certifications: Valid driver’s license required.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- Ability to lift up to 75 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Ability to traverse rugged terrain, climb hills/grades, and enter/exit vehicles frequently.
- Must be able to perform assigned duties in all types of weather and tolerate job site conditions such as noise, dust, and fumes.
- Frequent travel within the assigned district is required.
Additional Information
- This role is full-time.
- Employment will be with Confidential Client if selected.
- This position does not require a bachelor’s degree and is not eligible for H‑1B visa sponsorship.
- Confidential Client may be an at‑will employer and may modify duties or job descriptions based on organizational needs.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
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