Construction Materials Technician

Terracon; Cincinnati, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon in Cincinnati, OH is seeking a field/lab technician to perform testing, observation, and inspection of construction materials such as soils, aggregates, concrete, asphalt, and steel. You will prepare reports and communicate results to project managers.

Under supervision you will develop skills, maintain equipment, follow safety rules, and advance to greater responsibilities while earning certifications like ACI and Nuclear Density Gauge.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 6 months experience in field/lab testing or related field.
• ACI certification within 90 days of hire is required.
• Nuclear Density Gauge certification is preferred within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist on basic testing and observations under supervision.
• Document findings clearly for submittal to Project Manager.
• Communicate results and data accuracy prior to submission.
• Maintain equipment and adhere to safety protocols on all projects.
• Support scheduling and dispatch of technicians as needed.

Skills

Documentation

Safety adherence

Communication

Field testing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ACI certification within 90 days of hire

Nuclear Density Gauge certification within 6 months (preferred)

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.
• 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.
• A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required.

Preferred Qualifications:

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

Required Qualifications:

• Obtain ACI certification within 90 days of hire.
• Successful completion of related internal safety certifications.