Engineering Technician I

Terracon•Sulphur, LA

18d

About The Position

Under close supervision of higher-level technicians or staff professionals, the Engineering Technician I assists with tasks and performs basic testing and observation duties. The role performs field and/or laboratory testing, observation, and inspection of construction materials, including soils, aggregates, concrete, asphalt, and steel. The technician documents findings and results, communicates with project personnel and client and contractor representatives about site conditions, project requirements, testing, observations, inspections, and results, and discusses data accuracy with the Project Manager in preparation for submittal. The technician transports identified material samples to the laboratory for further testing and analysis, and prepares and submits written and digital reports as work is performed for daily transmittal to the Terracon Project Manager. The role includes maintaining equipment, vehicles, and work areas, following safety and quality standards, and may include assisting with scheduling and dispatching technicians to project sites. Work assignments will involve progressively increased responsibility and training.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 6 months of experience.
Obtain ACI certification within 90 days of hire.
Successfully complete related internal safety certifications.
A valid driver’s license with an acceptable violation history may be required.

Nice To Haves

Obtain Nuclear Density Gauge certification within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

Perform field and/or laboratory testing, observation, and inspection of construction materials, including soils, aggregates, concrete, asphalt, and steel.
Communicate with the Project Manager, engineering technicians, client representatives, contractor representatives, and others about construction sites, project requirements, and testing, observation, inspection requirements, and results.
Transport material samples and identifying documentation to the laboratory for further testing and analysis.
Tabulate, prepare, and submit written and digital data and observation reports as work is performed for daily transmittal to the Terracon Project Manager.
Document findings and results clearly, communicate information to the Project Manager, and discuss data accuracy in preparation for submittal.
Submit documentation and communicate results as directed by the Project Manager.
Maintain assigned equipment, vehicles, and work areas.
Follow safety rules and practices and other safety requirements; perform pre-task planning and report safety issues or concerns to management.
Maintain quality standards on all projects.
May assist with scheduling and dispatch of technicians to project sites.
Participate in progressively increased training and responsibility in work assignments.