Engineering Technician I (Lab - Part Time)

Terracon•Phoenix, AZ

About The Position

The Engineering Technician I performs field and/or laboratory testing, observation, and inspection of construction materials, including soils, aggregates, concrete, asphalt, and steel. The technician communicates with project managers, other engineering technicians, client and contractor representatives, and others about construction sites, project requirements, testing and inspection requirements, and results. The role transports identified material samples to the laboratory for further testing and analysis, and prepares written and digital reports documenting data and observations for daily transmittal to the Terracon Project Manager. Under close supervision of higher-level technicians or staff professionals, the technician assists with tasks and performs basic testing and observation duties. The position has progressively increased training and responsibility. Duties also include maintaining and cleaning equipment, vehicles, and work areas; potentially assisting with technician scheduling and dispatch; and following safety and quality requirements on all projects.

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.
Communicate with project managers, engineering technicians, client and contractor representatives, and others about the construction site, 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 data and observations in written and digital reports 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, and maintain assigned equipment.
May assist with scheduling and dispatching technicians to project sites.
Follow safety rules, practices, and other safety requirements; perform pre-task planning and report safety issues or concerns to management.
Maintain quality standards on all projects.
Participate in progressively increased training and responsibility in work assignments.