Engineering Technician In Training

Terracon • Fort Lauderdale, FL

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About The Position

This role involves performing field and/or laboratory testing, observation, and inspection of construction materials such as soils, aggregates, concrete, asphalt, and steel. The technician will communicate with project managers, other technicians, client representatives, and contractor representatives regarding project requirements and testing results. Responsibilities include transporting material samples to the laboratory, preparing and submitting data and observation reports, and maintaining equipment, vehicles, and work areas. There may be opportunities to assist with scheduling and dispatching technicians. Adherence to strict safety standards is paramount.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required.

Responsibilities

• Perform field and/or laboratory testing, observation, and inspection of construction materials (e.g. soils, aggregates, concrete, asphalt, and steel).
• Communicate with project manager, engineering technicians, client representative, contractor’s representative and others as applicable regarding the construction site, project requirements, and testing, observation, and inspection requirements and results.
• Transport material samples with associated identifying documentation to the laboratory for further testing and analysis.
• Tabulate, prepare, and submit data and observation in the form of written and digital reports as work is performed for daily transmittal to the Terracon Project Manager.
• Maintain and clean equipment, vehicles and work areas.
• May assist with scheduling and dispatch of Technicians to project sites.
• Adhere to strict safety standards.
• Under close supervision of higher level technicians or staff professionals, learn and assist with tasks and perform basic testing and observations duties.
• Provides clear documentation of findings and results.
• Communicates information to Project Manager and discusses accuracy of data in preparation for submittal.
• Submits documentation and communicates results as directed by the Project Manager
• Maintains assigned equipment.
• Follow safety rules and practices and other safety requirements for all projects.
• Perform pre-task planning prior to executing work.
• Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
• Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED