Materials Special Inspector (Eng Tech III)

Terracon; Carson, Northern (CA, KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon is seeking a field and laboratory technician to perform testing, observation, and inspection of soils, aggregates, concrete, asphalt, and steel at construction sites. You will collect samples, document findings, and prepare reports for the Project Manager.

Role requires NICET/ICC/AWS/ASNT certifications and a safety-focused mindset. You may train teammates and lead project activities while maintaining equipment and ensuring adherence to Terracon's safety standards.

Qualifications

• NICET/ICC/AWS/ASNT certifications required.
• ACI certification in Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade I and Concrete Strength Testing Technician.
• AWS CWI certification desirable.
• ASNT Level II in VT/MT/PT/RT/UT advantageous.
• Internal safety certifications must be completed.

Responsibilities

• Perform field and laboratory testing, observation, and inspection of construction materials.
• Prepare and submit data and observations in written and digital reports to the Terracon Project Manager.
• Maintain and calibrate equipment; ensure cleanliness of work areas and vehicles.
• Communicate results and issues clearly to the Project Manager and site staff.
• May train junior technicians and lead laboratory or field teams on projects.
• Adhere to safety rules and pre-task planning; escalate safety concerns.

Skills

NICET Certification

ICC Certification

AWS CWI

ASNT Level II

Safety Certifications

Education

ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade I

Concrete Strength Testing Technician

Tools

Nuclear Density Gauge

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:

• Performs testing, observation, and inspection as directed in accordance with training and the specified procedures.
• Provides clear documentation of findings and results.
• Performs basic analysis of data to verify accuracy before communication and submittal to the Project Manager.
• Communicates information to Project Manager and other personnel as directed by the PM.
• Has experience and proficiency in multiple areas of field testing and inspection and or laboratory testing
• May train lower level technicians
• May lead the activities of other engineering technicians in the laboratory or on larger field projects.
• Maintains equipment and calibration.
• Follows safety rules and practices and other safety requirements for all projects. Performs 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:

Preferred Qualifications: Certifications in two or more of the following areas:

• NICET Level II certification in Construction Materials Testing in one or more of the following categories: Asphalt, Concrete, Soils.
• NICET Level II certification in Geotechnical in one or more of the following categories: Construction, Laboratory, Exploration, Generalist
• ICC certification in two or more of the following categories: Reinforced Concrete, Spray-applied Fireproofing, Structural Masonry, Prestressed/Post-Tensioned Concrete, Structural Steel - Bolting, Structural Steel - Welding.
• American Welding Society (AWS) Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)
• American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) Level II certification in more than one of the following areas: Visual Testing (VT), Magnetic Particle Testing (MT), Dye Penetrant Testing (PT), Radiographic Testing (RT), Ultrasonic Testing (UT).
• Other national, regional, state, and local Materials related certifications requiring experience and written examination will also be considered if deemed appropriate by the Terracon Department Manager.

Required Qualifications:

Materials

• ACI certification in one or more of the following areas:
• Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade I
• Concrete Strength Testing Technician
• Certified in radiation safety and Nuclear Density Gauge operation.

Steel

• American Welding Society (AWS) Certified Welding Inspector (CWI), or
• Structural Steel and/or nondestructive testing services: ASNT Level II

All

• Successful completion of related internal safety certifications.