Construction Materials/Engineering Technician - Entry Level

Terracon Consultants, Inc.; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Construction Materials Technician in Des Moines, Iowa. In this role, you will conduct essential tests on various construction materials like soils, concrete, and asphalt. You'll communicate findings to key stakeholders and receive comprehensive training and certifications to advance your career. Safety is a core value, ensuring a secure work environment for all employees. With a strong focus on quality and teamwork, this position offers a unique opportunity to grow within a dynamic, employee-owned firm dedicated to solving engineering challenges.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Education Reimbursement

Bonus Programs

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must obtain ACI certification within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist with sample tests and observations of construction materials.
• Document and prepare testing data accurately for Project Managers.

Skills

Soil Testing

Concrete Testing

Masonry Testing

Asphalt Testing

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Laptop

Tablet

Nuclear Density Gauge

Job description

Job Description
Terracon has an opportunity for a Construction Materials Technician to join our team in Des Moines, Iowa. Our Construction Materials Technician will perform various observations and tests on construction materials such as soils, concrete, masonry, reinforcing steel and asphalt. You will communicate with Project Managers, client representatives, contractor's representatives and other key stakeholders regarding testing and inspection results. Tests are performed on building construction projects in the Des Moines area and in the Terracon laboratories. Successful candidates will receive in-depth technical training and professional certifications as they advance in the position within 1-2 years.

Safety is Terracon's most important core value! Terracon provides a safe work environment for our employees and safe practices for our technicians to follow. Incident and Injury-Free (IIF) is about care and concern for people. It is our personal and organizational commitment at all levels of the company to everyone going home safe to their family every day. We will hold ourselves responsible not just for our own safety and wellbeing, but for that of everyone around us. We will all develop a mindset intolerant of any incidents or injuries no matter how minor or infrequent.

Essential Role and Responsibilities:

• Under direction of senior technicians, staff professionals or project managers, assists with tasks and perform basic sample tests and observation of soils, aggregates, concrete, masonry, reinforcing steel and asphalt.
• Document and prepare sample testing and observation data using a laptop or tablet device; submit findings accurately to a Project Manager.
• Effectively communicate testing and inspection results.
• Will be placed in a progressively increased role of training and responsibility in work assignments.
• Ensure that all testing equipment and tools are properly calibrated and maintained.
• Follows safety rules and practices and other safety requirements for all projects. Performs pre-task planning prior to executing work. Reports any safety issues or concerns to management.
• Maintains quality standards on all projects.
• Transports materials safely from various job sites to the lab using a company provided full size pickup truck.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Obtain ACI certification within 90 days of hire
• Successful completion of related internal safety and technical certifications
• Valid driver's license with acceptable violation history

Preferred Requirements:

• Obtain Nuclear Density Gauge certification within 6 months of hire
• Current industry certifications for materials testing a plus, but not required

About Terracon
Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 6,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 175 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon's growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace.

Terracon's vision of "Together, we are best at people" is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.
EEO Statement
Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.