Entry-Level Construction Materials Technician - Northern, WI

Terracon; Cudahy (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon in Milwaukee, WI seeks a field/plot technician to perform testing, observation, and inspection of construction materials at sites in the greater Fox Valley and Milwaukee area. You will collect samples, prepare data, and submit clear reports to the Project Manager, while maintaining equipment and following safety standards.

Under supervision, you’ll assist with testing, document findings, and communicate results for submittals.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must obtain ACI certification within 6–12 months.
• Must obtain Nuclear Density Gauge certification within 6–12 months.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required.

Responsibilities

• Assist on tasks under close supervision and perform basic testing and observations.
• Provide clear documentation of findings and results.
• Communicate information to Project Manager and discuss data accuracy for submittals.
• Submit documentation and communicate results as directed by the Project Manager.
• Maintain assigned equipment and follow safety rules on all projects.

Skills

Communication

Safety culture

Documentation

Field testing

Reporting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ACI certification

Nuclear Density Gauge certification

Job description

General Responsibilities:

This position will report to our Milwaukee office, seeking someone located in the greater Fox Valley area.

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, assist on 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
• Will be placed in a progressively increased role of training and responsibility in work assignments.
• 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
• 6 months experience (preferred)
• A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Obtain Nuclear Density Gauge certification within 6 months to 1 year.

Required Qualifications:

• Obtain ACI certification within 6 months to 1 year
• Successful completion of related internal safety certifications.