Engineering Technician I

Terracon Consultants, Inc.

Lexington, KYFull-time$7.25/hrSeen 1mo agoSeen in employer's feed 1w ago

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At a glance

Compensation

$7.25/hr

Location

Lexington, KY

Schedule

Full-time

Work Authorization

Not specified

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Job overview

Terracon Consultants, Inc. is hiring an Engineering Technician I. The Engineering Technician I performs field testing, observation, and inspection of construction materials such as soils, aggregates, concrete, asphalt, and steel. This role involves communicating with project managers and clients, transporting material samples to the laboratory, and preparing written and digital reports. The technician will also maintain equipment and adhere to strict safety standards.

Key focus areas include Perform field testing, observation, and inspection of construction materials, Communicate with project manager, client representative, and others regarding project requirements, and Transport material samples to the laboratory for further testing and analysis.

Successful candidates bring High School Diploma, 6 Months Experience, and Valid Driver's License. Important skills include Field Testing, Observation, Inspection, Communication, Data Tabulation, and Report Preparation.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Field TestingObservationInspectionCommunicationData TabulationReport PreparationEquipment MaintenanceSafety Standards AdherenceDocumentationSafety Rules AdherencePre-Task PlanningQuality Standards Maintenance

Qualifications

High School Diploma/G.E.D.6 Months ExperienceValid Driver's License With Acceptable Violation HistoryACI Certification Within 90 Days of HireRelated Internal Safety CertificationsNuclear Density Gauge Certification Within 6 Months of Hire

Full job description

Experience Required

None

Minimum Education Required

High School Diploma/G.E.D.

Compensation

$7.25 / hourly

Hours Per Week

Number Of Positions

Work Schedule and Shift Requirements

First (Day)

Job Description

General Responsibilities:

Perform field 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:

Under close supervision of higher level technicians or staff professionals, assist on tasks and perform basic testing and observations duties.

Provides clear documentation of findings and results.

Communicates information to Project Manager and discusses accuracy of data in preparation for submittal.

Submits documentation and communicates results as directed by the Project Manager

Will be placed in a progressively increased role of training and responsibility in work assignments.

Maintains assigned equipment.

Drive a vehicle such as a Ford F-150 or equivalent.

Follow safety rules and practices and other safety requirements for all projects. Perform 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

6 months experience required.

Valid driver's license with acceptable violation history.

Preferred Certification:

Obtain Nuclear Density Gauge certification within 6 months of hire.

Required Certification:

Obtain ACI certification within 90 days of hire.

Successful completion of related internal safety certifications.

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 r ace, color, r eligion, national origin, age, s ex, s exual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.