Traveling Construction Materials Engineering Technician II

Terracon Inc.; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon in Little Rock, AR seeks a field technician to perform testing, observation and inspection of construction materials on diverse projects. You will coordinate with the project team, prepare written and digital reports, and handle sample transport to the lab.

Emphasis is placed on safety, equipment maintenance and timely data submission. The role requires travel, a high school diploma or equivalent, and 1–2 years of relevant experience, plus proficiency with MS Word/Excel and a valid

Qualifications

• Must be willing to travel.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 1-2 years of relevant experience or the equivalent in training and related experience.
• Experience with laptop computer use and Microsoft Word and Excel
• A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required.

Responsibilities

• Performs field and laboratory testing, observation, and inspection of construction materials.
• Communicate with project manager, client representative, contractor’s representative and others regarding project requirements and testing results.
• Transport material samples to the laboratory with identifying documentation.
• Prepare and submit data and observation in written and digital reports 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.
• Maintain quality standards on all projects.

Skills

Willing to travel

MS Word & Excel

Valid driver’s license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

NICET Level II (Construction Materials Testing)

NICET Level II Geotechnical

ICC Certification (various)

AWS CAWI

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

ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade I

Concrete Strength Testing Technician

Radiation safety & Nuclear Density Gauge operation

Tools

Certified in radiation safety equipment

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 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 the Project Manager and other personnel as directed by the Project Manager.
• Assists higher-level technicians with complex tasks.
• Maintains assigned equipment and related calibration.
• Follows safety rules and practices and other safety requirements for all projects. Performs pre-task planning prior to executing work. Reports any safety issues or concerns to management.
• Is responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.

Requirements:

• MUST be willing to travel.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 1-2 years of relevant experience or the equivalent in training and related experience.
• Experience with laptop computer use and Microsoft Word and Excel
• A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Certifications in one 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 one 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 Associate Welding Inspector (CAWI)
• 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:

• 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.
• Successful completion of related internal safety certifications.