Engineering Technician III

Overview 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. Drive a vehicle such as a Ford F-150 or equivalent. 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 High school diploma or equivalent. Minimum 3-5 years of relevant experience or the equivalent in training and related experience. Experience with laptop computer use and Microsoft Word and Excel Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history. Preferred Certification 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. AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) 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 Certification 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. All Successful completion of related internal safety certifications. #J-18808-Ljbffr Terracon