Engineering Technician II

Terracon•Lufkin, TX

About The Position

Perform field and/or laboratory testing, observation, and inspection of construction materials, including soils, aggregates, concrete, asphalt, and steel. Communicate with project managers, engineering technicians, client and contractor representatives, and others regarding construction sites, project requirements, and testing, observation, inspection requirements, and results. Transport identified material samples to the laboratory for further testing and analysis. Prepare and submit written and digital reports documenting data and observations as work is performed for daily transmittal to the Terracon Project Manager. Maintain and clean equipment, vehicles, and work areas. The position may assist with scheduling and dispatching technicians to project sites and requires adherence to strict safety standards. The technician performs testing, observation, and inspection according to training and specified procedures; documents findings; conducts basic data checks; and communicates information as directed by the Project Manager. The technician may assist higher-level technicians with complex tasks, maintains assigned equipment and calibration, follows safety procedures, performs pre-task planning, reports safety concerns, and maintains project quality standards.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 1–2 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.
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.
Successful completion of related internal safety certifications.

Nice To Haves

NICET Level II certification in Construction Materials Testing in one or more of these categories: Asphalt, Concrete, or Soils.
NICET Level II certification in Geotechnical in one or more of these categories: Construction, Laboratory, Exploration, or Generalist.
ICC certification in one or more of these categories: Reinforced Concrete, Spray-applied Fireproofing, Structural Masonry, Prestressed/Post-Tensioned Concrete, Structural Steel – Bolting, or Structural Steel – Welding.
American Welding Society Certified Associate Welding Inspector (CAWI) certification.
ASNT Level II certification in more than one of these areas: Visual Testing (VT), Magnetic Particle Testing (MT), Dye Penetrant Testing (PT), Radiographic Testing (RT), or Ultrasonic Testing (UT).
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 project-site information, requirements, testing and inspection requirements, and results to project managers, technicians, client and contractor representatives, and others as applicable.
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 for daily transmittal to the Terracon Project Manager.
Document findings and results clearly and perform basic data analysis to verify accuracy before submitting or communicating information.
Communicate information to the Project Manager and other personnel as directed.
Assist higher-level technicians on complex tasks.
Maintain and calibrate assigned equipment, and clean equipment, vehicles, and work areas.
May assist with scheduling and dispatching technicians to project sites.
Follow safety rules and requirements, complete pre-task planning, and report safety issues or concerns to management.
Maintain quality standards on all projects.