Engineering Technician I

Terracon•Houston, TX

About The Position

Under close supervision of higher-level technicians or staff professionals, the Engineering Technician I assists with basic testing and observation duties involving construction materials. The role performs field and/or laboratory testing, observation, and inspection of materials such as soils, aggregates, concrete, asphalt, and steel. It provides progressively increased training and responsibility in work assignments. The technician communicates with project managers, engineering technicians, client and contractor representatives, and others about construction sites, project requirements, testing, observations, inspections, and results. The role transports identified material samples to the laboratory for further testing and analysis; prepares and submits written and digital data and observation reports for daily transmittal to the Terracon Project Manager; and maintains equipment, vehicles, and work areas. The technician may also assist with scheduling and dispatching technicians to project sites. The position requires adherence to safety rules and standards, including pre-task planning and reporting safety concerns. The technician is responsible for maintaining quality standards on projects and providing clear documentation of findings and results.

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.
Assist with basic testing and observation duties under close supervision of higher-level technicians or staff professionals.
Communicate with project managers, engineering technicians, client representatives, contractor representatives, and others regarding site conditions, project requirements, testing, observations, inspections, and results.
Transport material samples and associated 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 and clean equipment, vehicles, and work areas; maintain assigned equipment.
May assist with scheduling and dispatch of technicians to project sites.
Follow safety rules, practices, and other safety requirements; perform pre-task planning before executing work and report safety issues or concerns to management.
Maintain quality standards on all projects.