Engineering Technician I

Terracon•Myrtle Beach, SC

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 position works under close supervision of higher-level technicians or staff professionals, assisting with tasks and carrying out basic testing and observation duties. The role is progressively assigned greater training and responsibility. The technician communicates with project managers, engineering technicians, client and contractor representatives, and others about construction sites, project requirements, and testing, observation, and inspection requirements and results. The position transports material samples and identifying documentation to the laboratory for further testing and analysis; prepares and submits written and digital reports; and maintains equipment, vehicles, and work areas. The technician follows safety requirements and maintains quality standards on 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

Assist higher-level technicians or staff professionals with tasks and perform basic testing and observation duties under close supervision.
Test, observe, and inspect construction materials in the field and/or laboratory.
Communicate with project managers, engineering technicians, client representatives, contractor representatives, and others regarding sites, project requirements, and testing, observation, and inspection requirements and results.
Transport material samples and associated identifying documentation to the laboratory for further testing and analysis.
Tabulate and prepare written and digital reports of data and observations as work is performed, for daily transmittal to the Terracon Project Manager.
Document findings and results clearly, discuss data accuracy with the Project Manager in preparation for submittal, and submit documentation and communicate results as directed.
Maintain and clean assigned equipment, vehicles, and work areas.
May assist with scheduling and dispatching technicians to project sites.
Follow safety rules and practices, complete pre-task planning, and report safety issues or concerns to management.
Maintain quality standards on all projects.
Progressively take on increased training and responsibility in work assignments.