Engineering Technician In Training

Terracon; Conroe (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon is seeking a field technician to perform field and laboratory testing and inspection of construction materials. You will communicate results to the Project Manager and assist with data preparation and reporting.

Role requires basic testing duties, strict safety adherence, and the ability to maintain equipment and support project teams on site in Texas. A high school diploma and valid driver’s license are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license; driving history may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Perform field and/or laboratory testing, observation, and inspection of construction materials.
• Prepare and submit data in written and digital reports.
• Maintain equipment and assist with scheduling.
• Follow safety standards and pre-task planning.
• Communicate findings with Project Manager and team.

Skills

Field testing

Data documentation

Safety adherence

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Testing equipment handling

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.