What are the responsibilities and job description for the Materials Testing Technician position at Terracon?
General Responsibilities
Construction Materials Testing and Inspection
Opportunities are available across Colorado. Candidates may identify a preferred work location and are encouraged to indicate interest in additional Colorado offices. Specific openings, assignments, and work locations may vary based on business and project needs.
Perform field and/or laboratory testing, observation, and inspection of construction materials, including soils, aggregates, concrete, asphalt, and steel. Communicate with the Project Manager, engineering technicians, client representatives, contractor representatives, and other applicable parties regarding site conditions, project requirements, testing and inspection activities, and results. Transport material samples and associated identifying documentation to the laboratory for further testing and analysis.
Prepare and submit accurate written and digital reports as work is performed for daily transmittal to the Terracon Project Manager. Maintain equipment, vehicles, and work areas. May assist with technician scheduling and dispatch. Adhere to strict safety and quality standards.
Essential Roles And Responsibilities
Engineering Technician I
Education and Experience Requirements
Level
Education
Experience
Technician I
High school diploma or equivalent
At least 6 months of relevant experience.
Technician II
High school diploma or equivalent
1-2 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of training and related experience.
Technician III
High school diploma or equivalent
3-5 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of training and related experience.
Additional Requirements
Engineering Technician I
Required Certification Depends On The Assigned Service Area
Depending on the position level and assigned work, preferred credentials may include one or more applicable national, regional, state, or local certifications. Technician III candidates are generally expected to hold certifications across multiple applicable areas.
Construction Materials Testing and Inspection
Opportunities are available across Colorado. Candidates may identify a preferred work location and are encouraged to indicate interest in additional Colorado offices. Specific openings, assignments, and work locations may vary based on business and project needs.
Perform field and/or laboratory testing, observation, and inspection of construction materials, including soils, aggregates, concrete, asphalt, and steel. Communicate with the Project Manager, engineering technicians, client representatives, contractor representatives, and other applicable parties regarding site conditions, project requirements, testing and inspection activities, and results. Transport material samples and associated identifying documentation to the laboratory for further testing and analysis.
Prepare and submit accurate written and digital reports as work is performed for daily transmittal to the Terracon Project Manager. Maintain equipment, vehicles, and work areas. May assist with technician scheduling and dispatch. Adhere to strict safety and quality standards.
Essential Roles And Responsibilities
- Perform testing, observation, and inspection in accordance with training, project requirements, and specified procedures.
- Clearly document findings, observations, test data, and results.
- Review data for accuracy before communicating results and submitting documentation to the Project Manager.
- Communicate project information and test results to the Project Manager and other personnel as directed.
- Transport samples and documentation to the laboratory while maintaining proper sample identification.
- Maintain assigned equipment, vehicles, work areas, and applicable calibration records.
- Operate a company vehicle, such as a Ford F-150 or equivalent, as required.
- Follow safety rules and project-specific requirements, complete pre-task planning, and promptly report safety issues or concerns to management.
- Maintain quality standards on all assigned projects.
Engineering Technician I
- Work under close supervision of higher-level technicians or staff professionals.
- Assist with assigned tasks and perform basic testing and observation duties.
- Communicate results and submit documentation as directed by the Project Manager.
- Progressively assume additional training and responsibility as proficiency develops.
- Independently perform routine testing, observation, and inspection within completed training and established procedures.
- Perform basic analysis of data to verify accuracy before communication and submittal.
- Assist higher-level technicians with complex tasks.
- Demonstrate experience and proficiency in multiple areas of field testing, 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.
Education and Experience Requirements
Level
Education
Experience
Technician I
High school diploma or equivalent
At least 6 months of relevant experience.
Technician II
High school diploma or equivalent
1-2 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of training and related experience.
Technician III
High school diploma or equivalent
3-5 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of training and related experience.
Additional Requirements
- Valid driver's license with an acceptable violation history.
- Successful completion of related internal safety certifications.
- Experience using a laptop computer and Microsoft Word and Excel is required.
Engineering Technician I
- Obtain ACI certification within 90 days of hire.
- Obtain Nuclear Density Gauge certification within 6 months of hire.
- ACI certification in Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade I and/or Concrete Strength Testing Technician.
- Radiation safety and Nuclear Density Gauge operation certification.
Required Certification Depends On The Assigned Service Area
- Materials: ACI certification in Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade I and/or Concrete Strength Testing Technician, plus radiation safety and Nuclear Density Gauge operation certification.
- Steel: American Welding Society Certified Welding Inspector (CWI), or ASNT Level II certification appropriate to structural steel and/or nondestructive testing services.
- Facilities: Relevant certification for assigned services or project requirements, such as Registered Roofing Observer (RRO).
Depending on the position level and assigned work, preferred credentials may include one or more applicable national, regional, state, or local certifications. Technician III candidates are generally expected to hold certifications across multiple applicable areas.
- Other materials-related certifications requiring experience and a written examination, when determined appropriate by the Terracon Department Manager.