Junior Materials Testing Technician - Field & Lab

Terracon; Beaumont (TX); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon is seeking a field/laboratory technician to perform testing, observation, and inspection of construction materials such as soils, aggregates, concrete, asphalt, and steel. You will coordinate with project staff to ensure testing requirements are met and results are documented accurately.

The role involves transporting samples, preparing reports, and maintaining equipment, while adhering to stringent safety standards; a valid driver’s license and basic certifications are required with

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 6 months experience is required.
• A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required.
• Obtain Nuclear Density Gauge certification within 6 months of hire.
• Obtain ACI certification within 90 days of hire.
• Successful completion of related internal safety certifications.

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 regarding the project requirements and testing results.
• Transport material samples to the laboratory for testing and analysis.
• Prepare and submit data and observations in reports for daily transmittals to the Terracon Project Manager.
• Maintain and clean equipment, vehicles and work areas; assist with scheduling and dispatch of Technicians.
• Adhere to strict safety standards.

Skills

6 months experience

ACI certification

Nuclear Density Gauge certification

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Terracon is seeking a field/laboratory technician to perform testing, observation, and inspection of construction materials such as soils, aggregates, concrete, asphalt, and steel. You will coordinate with project staff to ensure testing requirements are met and results are documented accurately.

The role involves transporting samples, preparing reports, and maintaining equipment, while adhering to stringent safety standards; a valid driver’s license and basic certifications are required with