Engineering Technician II

General Responsibilities:

Perform field and/or laboratory testing, observation, and inspection of construction materials (e.g. soils, aggregates, concrete, asphalt, and steel). Communicate with project managers, engineering technicians, client representatives, contractors, and others regarding the construction site, project requirements, and testing, observation, and inspection outcomes. Transport material samples with associated identification documentation to the laboratory for further testing and analysis. Tabulate, prepare, and submit data and observations in the form of written and digital reports for daily transmittal to the Terracon Project Manager. Maintain and clean equipment, vehicles, and work areas. Assist with scheduling and dispatching Technicians to project sites. Adhere to strict safety standards.

Essential Roles and Responsibilities:

• Performs testing, observation, and inspection as directed in accordance with training and specified procedures.
• Provides clear documentation of findings and results.
• Performs basic analysis of data to verify accuracy before communication and submittal to the Project Manager.
• Communicates information to the Project Manager and other personnel as directed.
• Assists higher-level technicians with complex tasks.
• Maintains assigned equipment and related calibration.
• Follows safety rules and practices and other project safety requirements. Performs pre-task planning prior to work execution. Reports safety issues or concerns to management.
• Maintains quality standards on all projects.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1-2 years of relevant experience or equivalent training and related experience.
• Experience with laptop computer use and Microsoft Word and Excel.
• ACI certification in one or more areas:
  • Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade I
  • Concrete Strength Testing Technician
  • Certified in radiation safety and Nuclear Density Gauge operation.
• Successful completion of related internal safety certifications.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history.

Preferred Certification:

• Certifications in one or more of the following areas:
  • NICET Level II in Construction Materials Testing: Asphalt, Concrete, Soils.
  • NICET Level II in Geotechnical: Construction, Laboratory, Exploration, Generalist.
  • ICC certification in: Reinforced Concrete, Spray-applied Fireproofing, Structural Masonry, Prestressed/Post-Tensioned Concrete, Structural Steel – Bolting, Structural Steel – Welding.
  • AWS Certified Associate Welding Inspector (CAWI)
  • ASNT Level II in more than one: Visual Testing (VT), Magnetic Particle Testing (MT), Dye Penetrant Testing (PT), Radiographic Testing (RT), Ultrasonic Testing (UT).
• Other national, regional, state, and local Materials-related certifications requiring experience and written examination will be considered if deemed appropriate by the Terracon Department Manager.