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Materials Testing Technician
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Job Description
Materials Testing Technician | Terracon
The Tone:
This is an early career opportunity at Terracon, a multidisciplinary consulting firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. In this role, you will be crucial in ensuring the quality and compliance of materials used across various construction projects. This position offers comprehensive in-house training, preparing you for success in the construction industry.
The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Mission: Ensuring the quality and compliance of materials used in various construction projects.
• Tech Stack: Field laptops
What You’ll Actually Do
• Perform essential compliance testing on a range of construction materials, including soils, aggregates, concrete, asphalt, and steel, both on project sites and within laboratory settings.
• Travel to various project sites using company-provided trucks and ensure the safe transport of samples back to the laboratory.
• Operate field laptops for the immediate tabulation, preparation, and submission of accurate digital reports directly to the Terracon Project Manager.
• Maintain cleanliness and proper working order of all assigned equipment, company vehicles, and designated work areas.
• Strictly adhere to all company safety standards and protocols, conducting pre-task planning, and reporting any safety concerns promptly to management while upholding quality standards across all projects.
The Must-Haves
• Background: Early Career position requiring a high school diploma or equivalent education for foundational knowledge in the construction materials testing domain.
• Experience: Entry-level role focused on learning and assisting with fundamental testing and observation duties under close supervision.
• Skills: Demonstrated strong communication skills for effective daily interactions with project managers, engineering technicians, and contractor representatives; possession of a valid driver’s license with an acceptable violation history is required for operating company vehicles.
