ICC Soil Technician I

Terracon•Lawrenceville, GA

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 representatives, contractors’ representatives, and others about construction sites, project requirements, testing, observation, inspection requirements, and results. Transport material samples and identifying documentation to the laboratory for further testing and analysis. Prepare and submit data and observations in written and digital reports for daily transmittal to the Terracon Project Manager. Maintain and clean equipment, vehicles, and work areas. The role may also assist with scheduling and dispatching technicians to project sites and requires adherence to strict safety standards. Under close supervision of higher-level technicians or staff professionals, assist with tasks and perform basic testing and observation duties. The role provides clear documentation of findings and results, communicates information to the Project Manager, and discusses data accuracy in preparation for submittal. Documentation and results are submitted or communicated as directed by the Project Manager. The employee will take on progressively increased training and responsibility in work assignments.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
12–18 months of experience required.
Obtain ICC Soils Certification within 90 days of hire if not current or already obtained.
Successful completion of related internal safety certifications.
Valid driver’s license with an acceptable violation history.

Nice To Haves

ICC Soils Certification.
ACI Certification.
Obtain Nuclear Density Gauge certification within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

Assist with tasks and perform basic testing and observation duties under close supervision.
Conduct field and/or laboratory testing, observation, and inspection of construction materials.
Communicate with project managers, engineering technicians, client representatives, contractors’ representatives, and others about project requirements and testing, observation, and inspection requirements and results.
Transport material samples and identifying documentation to the laboratory for further testing and analysis.
Tabulate and prepare data and observations in written and digital reports for daily transmittal to the Terracon Project Manager.
Document findings and results clearly, discuss data accuracy with the Project Manager, 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, practices, and other safety requirements; perform pre-task planning and report safety issues or concerns to management.
Maintain quality standards on all projects.
Progressively take on additional training and responsibility in work assignments.