Construction Materials Testing Engineering Technician IV

Responsibilities

• Perform field and/or laboratory testing, observation, and inspection of construction materials (e.g., soils, aggregates, concrete, asphalt, and steel).
• Communicate with project manager, engineering technicians, client representatives, contractor representatives, and others regarding construction site details, project requirements, and testing, observation, and inspection results.
• Transport material samples with associated identifying documentation to the laboratory for further testing and analysis.
• Tabulate, prepare, and submit data and observations in written and digital reports for daily transmittal to the Terracon Project Manager.
• Maintain and clean equipment, vehicles, and work areas.
• Perform testing, observation, and inspection as directed, adhering to specified procedures and training.
• Provide clear documentation of findings and results.
• Perform basic analysis of data to verify accuracy before communication and submittal to the Project Manager.
• Communicate information to the Project Manager and other personnel as directed.
• Demonstrate experience and proficiency in multiple areas of field testing, inspection, and/or laboratory testing.
• Train lower-level technicians.
• Direct and supervise activities of other engineering technicians in the laboratory or on larger field projects.
• Interact with clients and other site personnel on behalf of the Project Manager when directed.
• Assist the Project Manager in developing the scope for testing and inspection services.
• Maintain equipment operation and calibration.
• Perform advanced fieldwork and assist with project management.
• Plan, schedule, and dispatch technicians to project sites based on skill set, certifications, location, project, and priority.
• Coordinate pre-dispatch activities with Project, Department, and/or Office Managers.
• Track projects, including contractor site data and status, in the Construction Materials and Laboratory Management System (CMELMS).
• Communicate with clients to provide updates on project timelines, needs, and status.
• Follow safety rules and practices for all projects; perform pre-task planning prior to executing work.
• Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
• Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 5-10 years of relevant experience or equivalent training and related experience.
• Experience with laptop computer use and Microsoft Word and Excel.
• A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required.

Qualifications

Required

• ACI certification in one or more of the following areas:
  • Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade I
  • Concrete Strength Testing Technician
• Certified in radiation safety and Nuclear Density Gauge operation.
• Steel-related certifications:
  • American Welding Society (AWS) Certified Welding Inspector (CWI), or
  • Structural Steel and/or nondestructive testing services: ASNT Level II
• Facilities-relevant certification for the services or project requirements (e.g., Registered Roofing Observer (RRO)).

Preferred

• NICET Level III certification in Construction Materials Testing in two or more of the following categories or NICET Level III in at least one:
  • Asphalt
  • Concrete
  • Soils
• NICET Level III certification in Geotechnical in two or more of the following categories:
  • Construction
  • Laboratory
  • Exploration
  • Generalist
• ICC certification in two or more of the following categories:
  • Reinforced Concrete
  • Spray-applied Fireproofing
  • Structural Masonry
  • Prestressed/Post-Tensioned Concrete
  • Structural Steel – Bolting
  • Structural Steel – Welding
• American Welding Society (AWS) Senior Certified Welding Inspector (SCWI).
• American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) Level III certification in one or more of the following areas:
  • Visual Testing (VT)
  • Magnetic Particle Testing (MT)
  • Dye Penetrant Testing (PT)
  • Radiographic Testing (RT)
  • Ultrasonic Testing (UT)
• Other national, regional, state, and local materials-related certifications requiring experience and written examination, if deemed appropriate by the Terracon Department Manager.