Erosion Control Technician

RS and H is hiring an Erosion Control Technician in Burnsville, NC, to monitor construction activities and ensure compliance with environmental regulations. Key responsibilities include maintaining records, performing inspections, and verifying work dimensions. Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent with construction experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to work outdoors under various conditions. Benefits include health insurance, paid time off, and a 401K.
About the position

We are seeking an Erosion Control Technician for our Transportation-Construction Management (T-CM) practice in Aberdeen, NC. As an Erosion Control Technician, you will have thorough understanding of the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) record keeping process and the expectations of the NCDOT Roadside Environmental Unit. Monitor the contractor's on-site construction activities and inspect materials to ensure compliance with plans, specifications, and other contract documents. The ideal candidate will have industry experience, possess strong communication skills, be a team player, is enthusiastic, motivated, honest, and dependable.

Responsibilities
• Maintain detailed records of the contractor's daily operations including manpower, equipment, construction methods, and events that affect the work
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• Monitor the erosion control plan and identify discrepancies and potential issues
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• Perform NPDES inspections once per seven calendar days and within 24 hours of a rainfall of 1.0" or greater per 24 hour period
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• Ensure stabilization/ground cover timeframes are being adhered to
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• Verify the dimensions of prepared and completed work
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• Track/measure completed work quantities for payment

Requirements
• High School Diploma or equivalent with 2+ years of construction experience OR Associate's degree in a related field
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• Ability to independently read erosion control plans and have a thorough knowledge of all BMP's used in NCDOT construction
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• Strong communication skills to interact daily with contractor's and project staff
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• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications
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• Must have a Valid Driver's License with a good driving record
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• Must obtain any required certifications and pass appropriate qualifications tests for the position in specified time frames
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• Ability to sit, stand, climb, bend, twist or stoop frequently and for prolonged periods, under various outside conditions
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• Ability to reach horizontally as well as vertically for required tasks
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• Ability to use construction or inspection safety equipment including fall protection
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• Must be able to walk on uneven ground, mud, and through tall vegetation
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• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and shake up to 20 pounds
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• Ability to obtain NCDOT Level II Erosion and Sediment Control Certification

Nice-to-haves
• Associates, Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited college or university
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• EIT Certification
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• NCDOT Certifications
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• OSHA 10 Certification

Benefits
• Holiday Pay
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• Paid Time Off
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• 401K
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• Medical and Dental
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• Pet Insurance
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• Employee Ownership