Engineering Technician In Training

Terracon Consultants, Inc.; Eastland (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon Consultants, Inc. is seeking a field/lab testing technician to support material testing on construction projects in Kentucky. You will perform testing, observation, and inspection of soils, aggregates, concrete, and related materials at client sites and in the lab.

Under supervision, you will document findings, prepare reports, and communicate results to the Project Manager. Responsibilities include equipment maintenance, safety compliance, and aiding in scheduling of technicians as

Qualifications

• Basic field and laboratory testing procedures.
• Ability to document findings clearly.
• Strong safety awareness and adherence to standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist with field and laboratory testing, observation, and inspection.
• Communicate results to Project Manager and team.
• Prepare data and reports for daily submission.
• Maintain and clean equipment and vehicles.
• Follow safety rules and project procedures.
• Support scheduling and dispatch of technicians when needed.

Skills

Testing

Observation

Inspection

Documentation

Safety awareness

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.