Engineering Technician III

Terracon

Madison (AL)

On-site

USD 50,000 - 80,000

Full time

10 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Safety-first culture

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Terracon is seeking a Field/Lab Materials Testing Technician in Madison, AL. This role involves testing soils, aggregates, concrete, asphalt, and steel, with data reporting to the Project Manager.

You will collaborate with clients, contractors, and project staff to ensure quality and compliance. The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of relevant experience, proficiency with Word/Excel, and valid driver’s license, with NICET/ICC/AWS/ASNT/ACI certifications highly valued.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.
Minimum 3-5 years of relevant experience or equivalent training.
Experience using laptops and Microsoft Word and Excel.
A valid driver’s license may be required.

Responsibilities

Performs testing, observation, and inspection as directed in accordance with training and procedures.
Provides clear documentation of findings and results.
Performs basic data analysis to verify accuracy before submission to the Project Manager.
Communicates information to Project Manager and team members as directed.
May train lower level technicians and lead activities on projects.
Maintains equipment and calibration; adheres to safety standards.

Skills

Field testing

Report writing

Team communication

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

NICET Level II certifications (Construction Materials Testing)

NICET Level II Geotechnical certifications

ICC certifications in structural categories

AWS CWI certification

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

ACI Concrete Field/Strength Testing Technician

Tools

Laboratory/field testing equipment

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

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:

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