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Erosion Control Technician

Join Our Legacy of Excellence in the Portland Metro Area

About Kerr Contractors:
Since 1988, Kerr Contractors has been shaping the landscape of the Pacific Northwest as a premier heavy civil contractor. We’ve earned our reputation as one of the region’s most technically advanced earth-moving, road-building, and underground utilities contractors. At Kerr, we don’t just move dirt and build roads – we build lasting relationships and communities.

What You’ll Do:
  • Making site visits to ensure environmental compliance at active construction sites
  • Using and maintaining specialized erosion control measuring tools and equipment
  • Working outdoors in various weather conditions
  • Working in an on-site office trailer to manage documentation and reports
  • Monitoring and tracking dump truck and haul truck activities, including where and how far they travel/what they haul and dump, etc.
What You’ll Need:
  • Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
  • Must pass pre-employment drug screen and background check
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Word
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Ability to safely lift/carry up to 50 pounds occasionally with or without reasonable accommodation
  • Ability to work independently work as well as strong communication with team members
Compensation & Benefits:
  • Salary: $20.00 – $23.00 per hour
  • Comprehensive benefits including:
  • Medical & dental coverage (company-paid premiums after waiting period)
  • Dependent coverage options
  • Vision and life insurance
  • 401(k) with up to 4% employer match
  • Paid vacation and holidays
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Team building events and community involvement opportunities

Equal Opportunity Statement: As an equal opportunity employer, Kerr Contractors will hire without consideration of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Kerr Contractors also enforces a zero-tolerance drug policy.

Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, don’t hesitate to get in touch with Human Resources at [email protected]

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

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