Engineering Technician I

Terracon; New Orleans (LA); Sur place; USD 32 000 - 42 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Terracon is seeking a field technician to perform field and laboratory testing of construction materials such as soils, aggregates, concrete, asphalt, and steel. You will document results, communicate with project managers, and assist in scheduling tasks on diverse sites.

Responsibilities include maintaining equipment, following safety standards, and preparing reports for daily transmission. A High School Diploma and 6 months of experience are required, with additional certifications pursued

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 6 months of construction materials testing experience.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving history.
• Must obtain ACI certification within 90 days of hire.
• Preferred: Nuclear Density Gauge certification within 6 months of hire.

Responsabilités

• Assist on tasks under supervision and perform basic testing and observations.
• Document findings clearly and prepare submittals for Project Manager.
• Communicate results and discuss data accuracy with Project Manager prior to submittal.
• Maintain and care for assigned equipment and tools on site.
• Be placed in a progressively increased role of training and responsibility.

Connaissances

Field testing

Laboratory testing

Documentation

Communication

Safety compliance

Formation

High School Diploma

Outils

Nuclear Density Gauge

ACI Certification

Description du poste

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.