Engineering Technician III

Terracon; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon in Amarillo, TX is seeking a skilled technical professional to perform field and laboratory testing of construction materials such as soils, aggregates, concrete, asphalt, and steel. You will document findings, prepare reports, and communicate results to project managers and clients, while maintaining equipment and safety standards.

Ideal candidates have extensive certification in materials testing (NICET, ICC, AWS, ASNT, ACI) and experience with laboratory and field procedures.

Qualifications

• Certifications in construction materials testing and geotechnical testing are preferred.
• Multiple national, regional, and local materials certifications will be considered if appropriate.
• Safety certifications are part of the internal requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform field and/or laboratory testing, observation, and inspection of construction materials.
• Communicate with project manager, client representative, and others regarding requirements and results.
• Transport samples to the laboratory and prepare data/observation reports for daily transmittal.
• Maintain and calibrate equipment and ensure safety standards are followed.
• May train or lead other technicians in field or lab settings.

Education

NICET Level II certification in Construction Materials Testing

NICET Level II certification in Geotechnical

ICC certification (multiple categories)

AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)

ASNT Level II certification (VT/MT/PT/RT/UT)

ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade I

ACI Concrete Strength Testing Technician

Nuclear Density Gauge operation (radiation safety)

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.
• Has experience and proficiency in multiple areas of field testing and inspection and or laboratory testing
• May train lower level technicians
• May lead the activities of other engineering technicians in the laboratory or on larger field projects.
• Maintains equipment and calibration.
• 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:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 3-5 years of relevant experience or the equivalent in training and related experience.
• Experience with laptop computer use and Microsoft Word and Excel
• A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required.

Preferred Qualifications: Certifications in two 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 two 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 Welding Inspector (CWI)
• 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 Qualifications:

Materials

• 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.

Steel

• American Welding Society (AWS) Certified Welding Inspector (CWI), or
• Structural Steel and/or nondestructive testing services: ASNT Level II

Facilities

• Relevant certification for the services or project requirements (e.g. Registered Roofing Observer (RRO))

All

• Successful completion of related internal safety certifications.