Engineering Technician II

Terracon; La Crosse (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon in Roanoke, VA is seeking a field/lab technician to perform testing, observation, and inspection of construction materials. You will communicate results to the project team, transport samples, and prepare data and reports for the Project Manager.

The role requires organization, safety focus, and the ability to work with diverse stakeholders. Ideal candidates have 1–2 years of related experience or training, proficiency with Word/Excel, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1–2 years of relevant field or laboratory experience or equivalent training.
• Experience with laptop use and Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving history.

Responsibilities

• Performs field and/or laboratory testing, observation, and inspection.
• Communicate testing requirements and results to project team and client representatives.
• Transport samples to the laboratory with proper documentation.
• Prepare data and observations in written and digital reports for daily submission.
• Maintain and clean equipment, vehicles, and work areas; assist with scheduling.
• Adhere to strict safety standards and report safety issues.

Skills

Field testing

Observation

Data entry

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

NICET Level II: Construction Materials Testing

ICC: Concrete/Structural certifications

ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade I

Nuclear Density Gauge operation certification

Internal safety certifications

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

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:

• Performs testing, observation, and inspection as directed in accordance with training and the specified procedures.
• Provides clear documentation of findings and results.
• Performs basic analysis of data to verify accuracy before communication and submittal to the Project Manager.
• Communicates information to Project Manager and other personnel as directed by the PM.
• Assists higher level technicians on complex tasks.
• Maintains assigned equipment and related calibration.
• Drive a vehicle such as a Ford F-150 or equivalent.
• Follows safety rules and practices and other safety requirements for all projects. Performs 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:

This position will be based in Roanoke, VA.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 1-2 years of relevant experience or the equivalent in training and related experience.
• Experience with laptop computer use and Microsoft Word and Excel
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history.

Preferred Certification:

• Certifications in one or more of the following areas:
  • NICET Level II certification in Construction Materials Testing in one or more of the following categories: Asphalt, Concrete, Soils.
  • NICET Level II certification in Geotechnical in one or more of the following categories: Construction, Laboratory, Exploration, Generalist
  • ICC certification in one or more of the following categories: Reinforced Concrete, Spray-applied Fireproofing, Structural Masonry, Prestressed/Post-Tensioned Concrete, Structural Steel – Bolting, Structural Steel – Welding.
  • American Welding Society (AWS) Certified Associate Welding Inspector (CAWI)
  • American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) Level II certification in more than one of the following areas: Visual Testing (VT), Magnetic Particle Testing (MT), Dye Penetrant Testing (PT), Radiographic Testing (RT), Ultrasonic Testing (UT).
  • Other national, regional, state, and local Materials related certifications requiring experience and written examination will also be considered if deemed appropriate by the Terracon Department Manager.

Required Certification:

• ACI certification in one or more of the following areas:
• Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade I
• Concrete Strength Testing Technician
• Certified in radiation safety and Nuclear Density Gauge operation.
• Successful completion of related internal safety certifications.