Materials Testing Technician II – Field & Lab

Terracon Consultants, Inc.; Nevada (IA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon Consultants, Inc. is seeking a field technician to perform material testing, observation, and inspection at construction sites. You will collect samples, document results, and communicate with the project team to ensure testing accuracy.

Requirements include a high school diploma and 1–2 years of relevant experience; MS Word/Excel skills are essential. A valid driver’s license is often required. Terracon emphasizes safety and quality across projects.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–2 years of relevant experience or related training.
• Experience with MS Word and MS Excel.
• Valid driver’s license may be required.

Responsibilities

• Performs testing, observation, and inspection as directed per procedures.
• Provides clear documentation of findings and results.
• Performs basic data analysis to verify accuracy before submission to PM.
• Communicates information to Project Manager and team.
• Assists higher level technicians on complex tasks.
• Maintains equipment and calibration.
• Follows safety rules and reports safety issues to management.
• Maintains quality standards on all projects.

Skills

Communication

Documentation

Safety awareness

Quality standards

Education

High school diploma

NICET Level II (Construction Materials Testing)

ICC Certification (Concrete / Structural)

AWS CAWI

ASNT Level II (VT/MT/PT/RT/UT)

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Laptop computer use

Job description

Terracon Consultants, Inc. is seeking a field technician to perform material testing, observation, and inspection at construction sites. You will collect samples, document results, and communicate with the project team to ensure testing accuracy.

Requirements include a high school diploma and 1–2 years of relevant experience; MS Word/Excel skills are essential. A valid driver’s license is often required. Terracon emphasizes safety and quality across projects.