Engineering Technician II

Terracon•Augusta, GA

About The Position

Performs field and/or laboratory testing, observation, and inspection of construction materials, including soils, aggregates, concrete, asphalt, and steel. Communicates with project managers, engineering technicians, client representatives, contractor representatives, and others about construction sites, project requirements, testing, observation, and inspection requirements and results. Transports material samples and identifying documentation to the laboratory for further testing and analysis. Prepares and submits written and digital reports documenting data and observations for daily transmittal to the Terracon Project Manager. Maintains and cleans equipment, vehicles, and work areas, and may assist with scheduling and dispatching technicians to project sites. Adheres to strict safety standards and maintains quality standards on projects.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Minimum 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: Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade I; 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 the following categories: Asphalt, Concrete, or Soils.
NICET Level II certification in Geotechnical in one or more of the following categories: Construction, Laboratory, Exploration, or Generalist.
ICC certification in one or more of the following categories: Reinforced Concrete, Spray-applied Fireproofing, Structural Masonry, Prestressed/Post-Tensioned Concrete, Structural Steel – Bolting, or Structural Steel – Welding.
American Welding Society (AWS) Certified Associate Welding Inspector (CAWI).
American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) Level II certification in more than one of the following areas: Visual Testing (VT), Magnetic Particle Testing (MT), Dye Penetrant Testing (PT), Radiographic Testing (RT), or Ultrasonic Testing (UT).
Other national, regional, state, and local materials-related certifications requiring experience and a written examination may be considered if deemed appropriate by the Terracon Department Manager.

Responsibilities

Performs testing, observation, and inspection as directed, in accordance with training and specified procedures.
Clearly documents findings and results.
Performs basic analysis of data to verify accuracy before communicating and submitting it to the Project Manager.
Communicates information to the Project Manager and other personnel as directed by the PM.
Assists higher-level technicians with complex tasks.
Maintains assigned equipment and related calibration.
Follows safety rules, practices, and other safety requirements on all projects.
Performs pre-task planning before executing work.
Reports safety issues or concerns to management.
Maintains quality standards on all projects.
Communicates with project managers, technicians, client representatives, contractor representatives, and others about project and testing requirements and results.
Transports material samples and identifying documentation to the laboratory for further testing and analysis.
Prepares and submits written and digital reports of data and observations for daily transmittal to the Terracon Project Manager.
Maintains and cleans equipment, vehicles, and work areas.
May assist with scheduling and dispatching technicians to project sites.