Engineering Technician III

Terracon; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon is seeking a field/lab testing professional to perform testing, observation, and inspection of construction materials across soils, aggregates, concrete, asphalt, and steel. You will prepare data and reports for the Project Manager, maintain equipment, and ensure strict safety adherence on site.

Requires 3–5 years of relevant experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and certifications in materials testing or geotechnical domains.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 3-5 years of relevant experience or 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.
• Certifications in two or more areas listed in the Preferred Qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Performs testing, observation, and inspection as directed in accordance with training and 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.
• Leads activities of other technicians on laboratory or field projects.
• Maintains equipment and calibration.
• Follows safety rules and conducts pre-task planning.
• Maintains quality standards on all projects.

Skills

Team leadership

Quality assurance

Safety compliance

Field testing

Laboratory testing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

NICET Level II certification – Construction Materials Testing

NICET Level II certification – Geotechnical

ICC certification – multiple categories

AWS CWI

ASNT Level II

ACI certification – Concrete Field Testing Technician

Registered 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.
• 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:
    • AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI).
    • 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 certification.