Engineering Technician I

Terracon; Powell (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon in Powell, TN seeks a motivated tester to perform field and laboratory testing of construction materials such as soils, aggregates, concrete, and asphalt. You will communicate findings with project teams, prepare reports, and ensure quality and safety on site.

Responsibilities include sample transport, equipment maintenance, and supporting technicians with testing duties. Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, 6 months of related experience, and a valid driver’s

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 6 months experience in construction materials testing or a related field.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving history.
• Must obtain ACI certification within 90 days of hire.
• Must obtain Nuclear Density Gauge certification within 6 months of hire.
• Successful completion of internal safety certifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform field and/or laboratory testing, observation, and inspection of construction materials (soils, aggregates, concrete, asphalt, steel).
• Communicate with project manager, technicians, client and contractor representatives regarding site and testing results.
• Transport samples to the laboratory with documentation for testing and analysis.
• Prepare, tabulate, and submit data in written and digital reports for daily project transmission.
• Maintain and clean equipment, vehicles and work areas; adhere to safety standards.

Skills

Communication

Documentation

Safety compliance

Field testing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ACI certification

Nuclear Density Gauge

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:

• 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.