Junior Engineering Technician: Field & Lab Training

Terracon; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 28,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon in Albuquerque, NM is seeking a field technician to perform field and laboratory testing, observation, and inspection of construction materials. You will communicate findings to the Project Manager and assist with data submission and reporting on a daily basis.

The role requires adherence to safety standards, ability to transport samples, and maintenance of equipment. A valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to project sites are expected.

Qualifications

• Ability to learn basic testing and observation tasks under supervision.
• Strong attention to accuracy in data preparation and submittal.
• Willingness to follow safety practices and report safety issues.

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.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Terracon in Albuquerque, NM is seeking a field technician to perform field and laboratory testing, observation, and inspection of construction materials. You will communicate findings to the Project Manager and assist with data submission and reporting on a daily basis.

The role requires adherence to safety standards, ability to transport samples, and maintenance of equipment. A valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to project sites are expected.