Engineering Technician In Training

Terracon; Angleton (TX); On-site; USD 37,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon is seeking a candidate to perform field and laboratory testing and inspection of construction materials. You will coordinate with project teams, transport samples for analysis, and compile reports for the project manager.

The role emphasizes adherence to safety standards, proper documentation, and maintaining equipment and records on-site as part of Terracon’s testing services.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• A valid driver’s license may be required depending on site and records.

Responsibilities

• Assist with field and laboratory testing, observation, and inspection of construction materials such as soils, aggregates, concrete, asphalt, and steel.
• Communicate with the Project Manager, engineering technicians, client representatives, contractor’s representatives and others regarding site requirements and testing results.
• Transport material samples to the laboratory with identifying documentation for testing and analysis.
• Prepare and submit data and observations in written and digital reports for daily transmittal to the Terracon Project Manager.
• Maintain and clean equipment, vehicles, and work areas; assist with scheduling and dispatch of Technicians to project sites.
• Adhere to strict safety standards and participate in pre-task planning.

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.

Essential Roles and Responsibilities:

• Under close supervision of higher level technicians or staff professionals, learn and assist with 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
• 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
• A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required.