Lab Engineering Technician III

Terracon; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon in Tulsa, OK performs laboratory testing and inspection of construction materials such as soils, aggregates, concrete, asphalt, and steel. You will communicate with project managers, prepare data reports, and maintain equipment to support project goals.

Under supervision, you will perform basic testing, document findings, and contribute to the accuracy of submittals. This role supports training and progressive responsibility within a safety-focused lab environment.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to perform basic laboratory testing and observations.
• Strong attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Commitment to safety protocols and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist on tasks under supervision and perform basic testing.
• Conduct soils and aggregate testing in a laboratory environment.
• Document findings clearly and accurately.
• Communicate results to Project Manager and team for submittal.
• Maintain equipment and adhere to safety standards.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Data documentation

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Laboratory equipment handling

Data recording tools

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.