Materials Testing Technician II

Terracon•Cheyenne, WY

12d

About The Position

The Materials Testing Technician II performs field and/or laboratory testing, observation, and inspection of construction materials, including soils, aggregates, concrete, asphalt, and steel. The technician communicates with project managers, engineering technicians, client and contractor representatives, and others about site conditions, project requirements, testing and inspection needs, and results. The role transports identified material samples to the laboratory for further testing and analysis; prepares and submits written and digital data and observation reports for daily transmittal to the Terracon Project Manager; and maintains equipment, vehicles, and work areas. The technician may also assist with scheduling and dispatching technicians to project sites. Work is performed in accordance with training, specified procedures, and strict safety and quality standards. The technician documents findings, performs basic checks of data accuracy, communicates results as directed, maintains assigned equipment and its calibration, and assists higher-level technicians with complex tasks.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Minimum of 1–2 years of relevant experience, or equivalent training and related experience.
Experience using a laptop computer and Microsoft Word and Excel.
ACI certification in at least one 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.
A valid driver’s license with an acceptable violation history may be required.

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 (AWS) Certified Associate Welding Inspector (CAWI).
American Society for Nondestructive Testing (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 as directed and in accordance with training and specified procedures.
Communicate with project managers, engineering technicians, client representatives, contractor representatives, and others about project sites, requirements, testing, observations, inspections, and results.
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.
Provide clear documentation of findings and results.
Perform basic analysis of data to verify accuracy before communicating and submitting it to the Project Manager.
Communicate information to the Project Manager and other personnel as directed.
Assist higher-level technicians with complex tasks.
Maintain assigned equipment and related calibration, and clean equipment, vehicles, and work areas.
May assist with scheduling and dispatching technicians to project sites.
Follow safety rules and requirements, perform pre-task planning, and report safety issues or concerns to management.
Maintain quality standards on all projects.