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Engineering Technician I - ID3230

Terracon Consultants, Inc.

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Compensation
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Location
Jackson, MS
Work Authorization
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

ACI CertificationInternal Safety Certifications

Job overview

The Engineering Technician I performs field and laboratory testing, observation, and inspection of construction materials. The role works under close supervision, documents findings, communicates results to project managers, and transports samples for further analysis. It also includes maintaining equipment and work areas, following safety practices, and progressively taking on training and responsibility. A high school diploma or equivalent, six months of experience, ACI certification, and internal safety certifications are specified.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Construction Materials TestingConstruction Materials InspectionTechnical DocumentationSafety Practices

Qualifications

High School Diploma or Equivalent6 Months ExperienceACI CertificationInternal Safety CertificationsNuclear Density Gauge CertificationValid Driver's License

Full 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: 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. 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. A valid driver's license with acceptable violation history may be required. Preferred Qualifications: Obtain Nuclear Density Gauge certification within 6 months of hire. Required Qualifications: ACI certified. 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 race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.

How this job compares

Set against the 1,959 open Engineering Technician jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 30, 2026.

Pay
  • This postingNot listed
  • US median$66–100K/yr415 salary ranges
  • US median$32–47/hr810 hourly ranges
Openings
Olive Jobs lists 22 open Engineering Technician jobs in Mississippi and 1,959 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Mississippi
Experience
This posting asks for no prior experience — less than three in four Engineering Technician postings that state a minimum ask for (median 2 years, across 1,524 postings).
Education
38 of the 1,959 open Engineering Technician jobs (2%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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