Construction Materials Testing Engineering Technician I

Terracon; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon is seeking a field/lab testing assistant to perform material testing and data collection at construction sites in the Pittsburgh area. You will assist with field sampling, lab testing, and reporting under supervision, ensuring accurate records and safe practices.

The role emphasizes clear data communication to the Project Manager, adherence to safety standards, and progressive responsibility as you gain certification and experience.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist on tasks under supervision in basic testing and observations.
• Provide clear documentation of findings and results.
• Communicate information to Project Manager for submittal.
• Submit documentation and communicate results as directed by the Project Manager.
• Progressively take on more training and responsibilities in work assignments.
• Maintain assigned equipment and tools.
• Follow safety rules and report any safety issues or concerns to management.
• Uphold quality standards on all projects.

Skills

Communication

Documentation

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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.

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.