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Construction Services Intern

Location: Marquette, MI, United States
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Your role at GEI. 
 
The Marquette, Michigan office of GEI is seeking highly motivated individuals to perform a broad range of engineering technician duties.  
 
Essential Responsibilities & Duties 
  • Candidates will work with engineers, contractors and public works personnel while performing construction observation and documentation, materials testing services, and data collection for infrastructure projects.   
  • Describes and classifies soil samples.
  • Collects and perform field and laboratory tests on soil and concrete.
  • Report daily progress/problems in the field to field supervisor.
  • Travel to project sites required, including overnight travel.
    Minimum Qualifications 
    • High School Diploma required, AS degree in Engineering Technology, in pursuit of BS degree in Civil, Geotechnical, or Geology Engineering, or related field highly preferred. 
    • Previous experience in construction inspection and testing capacity with experience in soils, concrete, and bituminous paving. 
    • Certifications from ACI and/or State of Michigan highly desired. 
    • Excellent organizational skills and valid driver’s license are required. 
    • Must be willing to travel 
    • Preference will also be given toward candidates with experience using AutoCad and surveying equipment.  
    We are GEI. 
     
    Some of the world’s most pressing problems – from climate change to sustainable development, to critical infrastructure and the future of our energy supply – need our brightest and diverse minds working together to create safer, more resilient communities for tomorrow.  
     
    We are technical experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who draw from diverse backgrounds to solve our clients’ most complex challenges.  
     
    With nearly 60 offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry.
     
    Employee-owned. Employee-focused.  
     
    As a 100% employee-owned company, our employees support our flat leadership structure, have a say in how our business operates and benefit from our financial success. We are committed to employee growth with career development opportunities, competitive total rewards, a well-being program, flexible work arrangements and more.  Our company culture is driven by our 4 Cs – we are Client-Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community Minded – which support our focus on sustainability, safety, diversity, equity and inclusion. Get to know us better by visiting GEI’s career site here.
     
    GEI’s Total Rewards Package  
    • Market-Competitive Compensation
    • Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
    • Rewards and Recognition
    • A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
    • For Some Positions, Hybrid Work Schedules Are Available
    • And More…
     
    WORK ENVIRONMENT  
      
      
      
    Functional Demands:    
     
     
     
     
    Sedentary
     
    Light
    X 
    Medium
    Other
     
     
    Activity Level Throughout Workday (check one per row) 
    Physical Activity Requirements
    Occasional
    (0-35% of day)
    Frequent
    (33-66% of day)
    Continuous
    (67-100% of day)
    Not Applicable
    Sitting
    X 0-2hrs 
     
     
     
    Standing
    X 
     
     
     
    Walking
     
     
    X – 6-8hrs 
     
    Climbing
     
     
     
    X 
    Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds)
     
    25lbs 
     
     
    Lifting (waist level and above) (in pounds)
     
    25lbs 
     
     
    Carrying objects
     
     
    X 
     
    Push/pull
     
    X – 4-6hrs 
     
     
    Twisting
     
    X 
     
     
    Bending
    X 
     
     
     
    Reaching forward
    X 
     
     
     
    Reaching overhead
    X 
     
     
     
    Squat/kneel/crawl
    X 
     
     
     
    Wrist position deviation
     
     
    X 
     
    Pinching/fine motor skills
     
    X 
     
     
    Keyboard use/repetitive motion
    X 
     
     
     
    Taste or smell (taste=never)
     
     
     
    X 
    Talk or hear
     
     
    X 
     
    Accurate 20/40 
    Very Accurate 20/20 
    Not Applicable
    Near Vision
    X 
     
    Far Vision
    X 
     
     
     
    Yes
    No
    Not Applicable 
    Color Discrimination
    X 
    Sensory Requirements 
    Minimal
    Moderate
    Accurate
    Not Applicable 
    Depth perception
    X 
     
    Hearing
     
    X 
     Environment Requirements
    Occupational Exposure Risk Potential
    Reasonably Anticipated
    Not Anticipated
    Blood borne pathogens
     
    X 
    Chemical
    X 
     
    Airborne communicable diseases
     
    X 
    Extreme temperatures
    X 
     
    Radiation
     
    X 
    Uneven surfaces or elevations
    X 
     
    Extreme noise levels
    X 
     
    Dust/particulate matter
    X 
     
     
    Other (exposure risks):  
     
     
    Usual workday hours:
     
    8
    X 
    10
     
    12
    Other work hours
    GEI is an AA/equal opportunity employer, including disabled and veterans. 
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