Kiewit
Field Operations Technician - Kiewit Foundations Co.
Our mission is to make a difference and we offer opportunities for you to make one too through our construction operations. Whether we’re boring tunnels through mountains, turning rivers into energy or building bridges that connect communities, we depend on our passionate, skilled, and safety-minded construction professionals to get it done right. As a Field Operations Technician you bring your big ideas, commitment to top quality, and an unwavering work ethic. In return, we offer huge career and travel opportunities and the satisfaction of building the next big thing from the ground up.
Kiewit Foundations Co. team self performs complex geotechnical projects across North America, delivering creative, cost‑efficient solutions that are responsive to each project’s specific site conditions. We utilize value engineering and constructability reviews, and our depth of expertise to offer constructible solutions that optimize budget and schedule. Operations are conducted through Kiewit Infrastructure Company, a subsidiary of Kiewit Corporation headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska, constructing foundations projects across the U.S. and Canada related to transportation, water/wastewater, power, mining, and telecommunications.
Responsibilities
Assist in interpretation of drawings and specifications for field crews and craft supervision
Perform quantity calculations by taking measurements and determining percentage of completed/installed materials and work
Assist in the preparation of work plans and work packages
Assist in field surveying and work layout support
Assist in the preparation of Job Hazard Analysis (JHA’s)
Participate in jobsite safety reviews, toolbox meetings, mass safety meetings, and safety training
Order and schedule material deliveries
Assist engineers to gather and prepare data for submittal or transmittal to the customer, vendors, subcontractors, governmental agencies, and internal use
Assist in the maintenance of basic project recordkeeping and correspondence functions including daily reports and photographs
Provide field support and supervise subcontractor operations as it pertains to your work
Work productively and meet deadlines timely
Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
May work at various different locations and conditions may vary
Qualifications
Associate's degree in a construction‑related field
Previous experience in construction is preferred
Must have a strong desire to work in the construction industry
Be willing to fully participate in job assignments at the job site
Must be willing to travel and relocate throughout career as we operate on a national scale, not a regional one
Strong work ethic – willing to do what it takes to get the job done
Have the ability to work independently as well as part of a team
Good working knowledge and experience with both Excel and Word
Good written and verbal communication skills
Reliable transportation to and from work
Must have a valid Driver's license
Base Compensation Base Compensation: $60,000 - $70,000 (Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)
Benefits We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top‑tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.
Equal Opportunity Employer Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
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Kiewit Foundations Co. team self performs complex geotechnical projects across North America, delivering creative, cost‑efficient solutions that are responsive to each project’s specific site conditions. We utilize value engineering and constructability reviews, and our depth of expertise to offer constructible solutions that optimize budget and schedule. Operations are conducted through Kiewit Infrastructure Company, a subsidiary of Kiewit Corporation headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska, constructing foundations projects across the U.S. and Canada related to transportation, water/wastewater, power, mining, and telecommunications.
Responsibilities
Assist in interpretation of drawings and specifications for field crews and craft supervision
Perform quantity calculations by taking measurements and determining percentage of completed/installed materials and work
Assist in the preparation of work plans and work packages
Assist in field surveying and work layout support
Assist in the preparation of Job Hazard Analysis (JHA’s)
Participate in jobsite safety reviews, toolbox meetings, mass safety meetings, and safety training
Order and schedule material deliveries
Assist engineers to gather and prepare data for submittal or transmittal to the customer, vendors, subcontractors, governmental agencies, and internal use
Assist in the maintenance of basic project recordkeeping and correspondence functions including daily reports and photographs
Provide field support and supervise subcontractor operations as it pertains to your work
Work productively and meet deadlines timely
Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
May work at various different locations and conditions may vary
Qualifications
Associate's degree in a construction‑related field
Previous experience in construction is preferred
Must have a strong desire to work in the construction industry
Be willing to fully participate in job assignments at the job site
Must be willing to travel and relocate throughout career as we operate on a national scale, not a regional one
Strong work ethic – willing to do what it takes to get the job done
Have the ability to work independently as well as part of a team
Good working knowledge and experience with both Excel and Word
Good written and verbal communication skills
Reliable transportation to and from work
Must have a valid Driver's license
Base Compensation Base Compensation: $60,000 - $70,000 (Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)
Benefits We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top‑tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.
Equal Opportunity Employer Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
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