What are the responsibilities and job description for the Field Facilities Professional position at Terracon Consultants, Inc.?
Job Description
Are you looking for a more rewarding career opportunity? Add some adventure to your life by joining Terracon! Our Los Angeles office is looking for an entry-level EIT or construction professional to join our Building Enclosure consulting practice. You will work with our local office leaders and Facilities technical professionals from around the US to deliver necessary services in this market. For us, quality and doing what's right for our people and our clients is key.
General Responsibilities:
Diagnose and develop repair/restoration solutions for the built environment. This includes all major components and systems of buildings and other infrastructure. Projects range from property condition assessments to detailed evaluations of structural systems, roofs, facades, plaza deck and below grade waterproofing systems, MEP systems, pavements, industrial floors, and construction materials. Assessment techniques include, visual examination, non-destructive testing, instrumentation and load testing, laboratory testing, and destructive examinations. Client deliverables range from reports of findings and recommendations to development of restoration design documents and construction oversight/administration.
Essential Roles and Responsibilities:
- Entry-level Facilities professional; assignments are designed to develop knowledge and abilities.
- Works typically on smaller, routine projects.
- Assists in performing assessments, inspections and ASTM testing.
- Assist in the preparation of reports, plans, specifications, calculations, and research.
- Assists and gains exposure to projects of greater complexity and scope.
- Performs and sometimes oversees contract administration for small-to-medium projects.
- Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
- Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.
- Possess excellent communication skills and the ability to provide/receive constructive feedback.
- Possess a growth mindset and understand that learning is a two-way street.
- Possess agility to jump between multiple projects, tasks, and priorities.
- Possess excellent time management skills.
- Bachelor's degree in building science or related building field and up to 3 years' experience in building assessment, building enclosure testing, roofing, or similar field. Or, in lieu of a degree, 3-6 years' related experience.
- Valid driver's license with acceptable violation history.
- Ability to travel locally and along West Coast states, occasionally other states nationally.
- Ability to lift and carry equipment/materials up to 50 lbs.
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or Engineering Intern (EI) designation
- Registered Roof Observer
The expected salary range for this position is listed below. The base range may be adjusted based on the specific location of the applicant. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience.
$32.75 - $45.75 per hour
About Terracon
Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 7,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 180 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon's growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace.
Terracon's vision of "Together, we are best at people" is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.
EEO Statement
Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.
Salary : $33 - $46