Engineering Technician II

About the role

The Engineering Technician II position involves performing field and/or laboratory testing, observation, and inspection of construction materials such as soils, aggregates, concrete, asphalt, and steel. This role requires communicating with various stakeholders including project managers, engineering technicians, client representatives, and contractors' representatives regarding site conditions, project requirements, and test results. The technician must transport material samples to the laboratory for further testing and analysis, tabulate and prepare data, and submit reports for daily review by the project manager.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with project manager, engineering technicians, client representative, contractor's representative and others as applicable regarding the construction site, project requirements, and testing, observation, and inspection requirements and results.
• Transport material samples with associated identifying documentation to the laboratory for further testing and analysis.
• Tabulate, prepare, and submit data and observations in the form of written and digital reports as work is performed for daily transmittal to the Terracon Project Manager.
• Maintain and clean equipment, vehicles and work areas.
• May assist with scheduling and dispatch of Technicians to project sites.
• Adhere to strict safety standards.
• Perform testing, observation, and inspection as directed in accordance with training and the specified procedures.
• Provide clear documentation of findings and results.
• Communicate information to Project Manager and other personnel as directed by the PM.
• Aid in complex tasks performed by higher level technicians.
• Maintain assigned equipment and related calibration.
• Follow safety rules and practices and other safety requirements for all projects.
• Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
• Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 1-2 years of relevant experience or the equivalent in 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

• Preferred qualifications include NICET Level II certification in Construction Materials Testing in one or more of the following categories: Asphalt, Concrete, Soils. NICET Level II certification in Geotechnical in one or more of the following categories: Construction, Laboratory, Exploration, Generalist.
• ICC certification in one 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) Certified Associate Welding Inspector (CAWI).
• American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) Level II certification in more than one 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 will also be considered if deemed appropriate by the Terracon Department Manager.
• Required qualifications include ACI certification in one or more of the following areas: Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade I, Concrete Strength Testing Technician, and being certified in radiation safety and Nuclear Density Gauge operation.
• Successful completion of related internal safety certifications.

Benefits

Terracon offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs. Terracon is an equal opportunity employer and encourages qualified candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.