Lab Engineering Technician I

Terracon; Springdale (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon in Springdale, AR seeks a Laboratory Technician to perform soils and aggregate testing and assist with data submission and reporting on construction materials projects. Responsibilities include coordinating with project managers, maintaining equipment, and upholding safety and quality standards on-site.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and a valid driver’s license. Internal soil and safety certifications are encouraged, with training opportunities as you progress.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history.
• Internal Soils Certification within the first 6 months (preferred).
• Successful completion of related internal safety certifications.

Responsibilities

• Under close supervision of higher level technicians or staff professionals, assist on tasks and perform basic testing and observations duties.
• Perform soils and aggregate testing in a laboratory environment.
• Provide clear documentation of findings and results.
• Communicate information to Project Manager and discuss accuracy of data in preparation for submittal.
• Submit documentation and communicate results as directed by the Lab Manager.
• Be placed in a progressively increased role of training and responsibility in work assignments.
• Maintain 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.

Skills

Soil testing

Laboratory testing

Documentation

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

General Responsibilities:

Perform laboratory testing 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. 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.
• Perform soils and aggregate testing in a laboratory environment.
• 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 Lab 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
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history.

Preferred Certification:

• Obtain internal Soils Certification within the first 6 months.

Required Certification:

• Successful completion of related internal safety certifications.