Construction Materials Engineering Technician I

Terracon; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon in Oklahoma City seeks an entry-level Field/Lab Technician to assist with testing and inspection of construction materials such as soils, aggregates, concrete, asphalt, and steel. You will document findings, communicate with the Project Manager, and support safety and quality standards.

Requires a high school diploma, 6 months experience, and a valid driver's license. Certification in ACI and Nuclear Density Gauge is required within set timelines or preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 6 months experience required.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history.
• Nuclear Density Gauge certification preferred within 6 months of hire.
• ACI certification required within 90 days of hire.
• Successful completion of related internal safety certifications.

Responsibilities

• Assist on field and laboratory testing and observations under supervision.
• Provide clear documentation of findings and results.
• Communicate data accuracy to Project Manager for submittal.
• Submit documentation and communicate results as directed.
• Maintain and operate/clean equipment and vehicles.
• Drive a vehicle to project sites and adhere to safety rules.
• Support quality standards on all projects.

Skills

Driver's license

6 months experience

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma

Tools

ACI certification

Nuclear Density Gauge certification

Job description

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 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.

Essential Roles and Responsibilities:

• Under close supervision of higher level technicians or staff professionals, assist on 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


• Will be placed in a progressively increased role of training and responsibility in work assignments.


• Maintains assigned equipment.


• Drive a vehicle such as a Ford F-150 or equivalent.


• 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.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent


• 6 months experience required.


• Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history.

Preferred Certification:

• Obtain Nuclear Density Gauge certification within 6 months of hire.

Required Certification:

• Obtain ACI certification within 90 days of hire.


• Successful completion of related internal safety certifications.