Construction Technician

About the Role

Apex is seeking a Construction Technician to support a variety of construction, repair, and stormwater infrastructure projects across the United States. This hands-on field position offers the opportunity to work on projects involving stormwater systems, bioretention facilities, concrete structures, drainage systems, and high-hazard dam repairs.

The ideal candidate has a construction background, practical field skills, and a willingness to travel for extended project assignments. You will work alongside experienced professionals on projects for government agencies and commercial clients, helping restore and improve critical infrastructure.

Your Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on field labor for construction, repair, and infrastructure improvement projects.
• Assist with the construction, repair, and rehabilitation of stormwater systems, bioretention facilities, detention and retention basins, concrete structures, and piping.
• Support high-hazard dam repairs, earthwork, and other construction activities.
• Operate hand tools and heavy construction equipment, including skid loaders, backhoes, and excavators.
• Check grades and elevations using measuring rods, lasers, and other surveying or construction instruments.
• Apply appropriate construction techniques and follow project specifications.
• Document field observations and maintain accurate project records.
• Follow applicable regulations, environmental requirements, and OSHA safety practices.
• Learn and apply relevant compliance procedures and sediment and erosion control practices.
• Travel to project sites throughout the United States, often for one to two weeks at a time.
• Actively develop your technical skills and career path.

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma or GED.
• OSHA HAZWOPER certification is preferred. 
• Construction experience, preferably involving stormwater infrastructure, concrete structures, piping, or detention and retention basins.
• Experience operating heavy construction equipment, such as skid loaders, backhoes, and excavators, as well as hand tools.
• Ability to perform physically demanding manual labor in outdoor field conditions.
• Knowledge of sediment and erosion control practices.
• Ability to check grades and elevations and use measuring rods, lasers, or similar equipment.
• Familiarity with safe construction practices and applicable OSHA regulations.
• Comfortable driving pickup trucks and towing equipment trailers.
• Valid driver's license and good driving record.
• Willingness to travel extensively and work away from home for extended assignments.
• General carpentry and plumbing experience is a plus. Candidates with a broader construction background who are willing to learn are encouraged to apply.

Travel and Field Work

• This is a field-based position with no regular office attendance requirement. Projects may be located throughout the United States, with a concentration of work in the Mid-Atlantic, Northeast, Virginia, Pennsylvania, and other regions.
• Assignments typically last one to two weeks, with opportunities for longer stays depending on project needs. Employees generally return home approximately every two weeks when project schedules allow.
• Apex supports business travel with company-arranged transportation, accommodations, and per diem. Overtime opportunities are available on out-of-town assignments.

Why you'll love working for us:

• Company-subsidized medical and dental.
• Company-paid life, short, and long-term disability.
• 401k match, tuition assistance, and more.
• Cross-training and the ability to work on a variety of projects.
• Performance-based bonuses or other incentives.
• Working with the best and brightest in the industry.
• 2,000+ employee national firm with 70+ locations across the US.

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