Engineering Technician I - Construction Materials Testing

Terracon; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon in Jacksonville, FL seeks a field/lab technician to perform testing, observation, and inspection of soils, aggregates, concrete, and related materials on construction sites.

You will prepare reports, maintain equipment, and communicate findings to project managers while following safety standards; a high school diploma and 6 months’ experience are required, with ACI certification due within 90 days and a valid driver's license preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 6 months of relevant field experience preferred.
• ACI certification within 90 days of hire.
• Valid driver’s license may be required.

Responsibilities

• Assist on tasks under supervision and perform basic testing and observation duties.
• Provide clear documentation of findings and prepare data for submittal.
• Communicate results to Project Manager and ensure accuracy of data.
• Maintain and clean equipment and safety practices on all projects.
• Support scheduling and dispatch of Technicians to project sites.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Safety awareness

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.