Engineering Technician In Training

Terracon; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon in Fort Lauderdale is seeking a motivated technician to support field and laboratory testing of soils, aggregates, concrete and asphalt. You will observe construction activities, collect samples, and help produce clear reports for project managers.

Under supervision you will learn basic testing methods, document results, and communicate findings to the project team. You will also assist with equipment maintenance and safety procedures on site.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Willingness to learn basic testing methods and safety practices.
• Attention to detail and ability to document data clearly.

Responsibilities

• Learn and assist with basic testing and observation duties under supervision.
• Provides clear documentation of findings and results.
• Maintains equipment and assists with project communication and safety procedures.

Skills

Field testing

Laboratory testing

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.