Engineering Technician I

Terracon; Myrtle Beach (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon is seeking an entry-level Materials Technician to perform field and laboratory testing of soils, aggregates, concrete, asphalt, and steel. You will communicate findings to the Project Manager and prepare reports daily.

Responsibilities include equipment maintenance, safety adherence, and assisting with scheduling on project sites. Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, 6 months of experience, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 6 months experience in field testing or related inspection work.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving history may be required.

Responsibilities

• Perform field and laboratory testing, observation, and inspection of construction materials.
• Prepare data and write digital/printed reports for project managers.
• Maintain equipment, vehicles and work areas; assist with scheduling as needed.
• Follow safety rules and ensure quality standards on all projects.

Skills

Field testing

Observation

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ACI Certification

Nuclear Density Gauge Certification

ICC Special Inspector Certification

SCDOT Certification

Driver's license

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

• ICC Special Inspector Certifications.
• SCDOT Certifications.

Required Qualifications

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