Materials Testing Technician I – Field & Lab

Terracon; Midvale (UT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon is seeking a Field and Laboratory Technician in Utah to perform field sampling, testing, observation, and inspection of soils, aggregates, concrete, asphalt, and steel. You will communicate with project teams, transport samples to the lab, and prepare data for daily submittals.

Under supervision, you will develop documentation, uphold safety standards, maintain equipment, and pursue certifications such as ACI within 90 days and Nuclear Density Gauge within 6 months.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 6 months experience required.
• A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required.

Responsibilities

• Perform field and laboratory testing, observation, and inspection of construction materials (soils, aggregates, concrete, asphalt, steel).
• Communicate with project manager, engineering technicians, client representative, contractor’s representative and others regarding site, project requirements, and testing results.
• Transport material samples to the laboratory with identifying documentation for testing and analysis; prepare data for daily submittals.
• Maintain and clean equipment, vehicles and work areas; assist with scheduling and dispatch of Technicians to project sites.
• Adhere to strict safety standards and maintain quality on all projects.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ACI certification

Nuclear Density Gauge certification

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Terracon is seeking a Field and Laboratory Technician in Utah to perform field sampling, testing, observation, and inspection of soils, aggregates, concrete, asphalt, and steel. You will communicate with project teams, transport samples to the lab, and prepare data for daily submittals.

Under supervision, you will develop documentation, uphold safety standards, maintain equipment, and pursue certifications such as ACI within 90 days and Nuclear Density Gauge within 6 months.