ICC Soil Technician I

Terracon; Lawrenceville (GA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon is seeking a field/lab technician to perform testing, observation, and inspection of construction materials on project sites. You will communicate with project managers and client representatives, transport samples to the lab, and report findings daily.

The role emphasizes safety, equipment maintenance, and progressive responsibility in testing tasks, with opportunities for growth and certification advancement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 12-18 months experience required.
• ICC Soils Certification within 90 days of hire if not current.
• Successful completion of related internal safety certifications.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history.

Responsibilities

• Assist on field/lab testing and observations of soils, aggregates, concrete, asphalt, and steel.
• Transport material samples with documentation to the laboratory for testing and analysis.
• Prepare and submit data and observations in written and digital reports to the Project Manager.
• Maintain and clean equipment, vehicles and work areas.
• Adhere to 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, 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.


• Drive a vehicle such as a Ford F-150 or equivalent.


• 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


• 12-18 months experience required.


• Obtain ICC Soils Certification within 90 days of hire if not current or already obtained.


• Successful completion of related internal safety certifications.


• Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history.

Preferred Qualifications:

• ICC Soils Certification


• ACI Certification


• Obtain Nuclear Density Gauge certification within 6 months of hire