Construction Material Testing Engineering Technician III

Terracon•Boise, ID

About The Position

Performs field and/or laboratory testing, observation, and inspection of construction materials, including soils, aggregates, concrete, asphalt, and steel. Communicates with project managers, engineering technicians, client and contractor representatives, and others about construction sites, project requirements, testing and inspection requirements, and results. Transports identified material samples to the laboratory for further testing and analysis. Prepares and submits written and digital reports documenting data and observations, maintains equipment, vehicles, and work areas, and may assist with technician scheduling and dispatch. Adheres to safety standards and quality requirements. The technician performs work in accordance with training and specified procedures, documents findings, checks data for accuracy, and communicates results as directed by the Project Manager. The role requires proficiency in multiple areas of field testing and inspection and/or laboratory testing. The technician may train less experienced technicians or lead other technicians on laboratory or larger field projects.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Minimum 3–5 years of relevant experience, or equivalent training and related experience.
Experience using a laptop computer and Microsoft Word and Excel.
A valid driver’s license with an acceptable violation history may be required.
Proficiency in multiple areas of field testing and inspection and/or laboratory testing.
Required materials qualifications: ACI certification in one or more of the following areas: Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade I or Concrete Strength Testing Technician; certification in radiation safety and Nuclear Density Gauge operation.
For steel work: AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI), or ASNT Level II for structural steel and/or nondestructive testing services.
For facilities work: relevant certification for the services or project requirements, such as Registered Roofing Observer (RRO).
Successful completion of related internal safety certifications.

Nice To Haves

Certifications in two or more listed areas, including NICET Level II Construction Materials Testing certification in asphalt, concrete, or soils; NICET Level II Geotechnical certification in construction, laboratory, exploration, or generalist; ICC certification in two or more listed categories; AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI); or ASNT Level II certification in more than one listed nondestructive testing area.
Other national, regional, state, or local materials-related certifications requiring experience and a written examination may be considered if deemed appropriate by the Terracon Department Manager.

Responsibilities

Perform field and/or laboratory testing, observation, and inspection of construction materials in accordance with training and specified procedures.
Communicate with project managers, technicians, client representatives, contractor representatives, and other personnel regarding project sites, requirements, testing, inspections, and results.
Transport material samples and associated identifying documentation to the laboratory.
Tabulate, prepare, and submit written and digital reports documenting data and observations for daily transmittal to the Project Manager.
Provide clear documentation of findings and results and perform basic data analysis to verify accuracy before submitting or communicating results.
Communicate information to the Project Manager and other personnel as directed.
Maintain and clean equipment, vehicles, and work areas; maintain equipment and calibration.
May assist with scheduling and dispatching technicians to project sites.
May train lower-level technicians and lead the activities of other technicians in the laboratory or on larger field projects.
Follow safety rules and practices, perform pre-task planning, and report safety issues or concerns to management.
Maintain quality standards on all projects.