Terracon · 16 hours ago
Construction Materials Testing / Engineering Technician II
Des Moines, IA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expTerracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm focused on solving engineering and technical challenges. They are seeking several Construction Materials Technician II's to perform testing, observation, and inspection on construction materials and communicate results to key stakeholders.
Civil Engineering
Responsibilities
Perform sample tests, observation and inspection of soils, aggregates, concrete, masonry, reinforcing steel and asphalt
Document and prepare sample testing and observation data using a laptop or tablet device; submit findings accurately to a Project Manager
Effectively communicate testing and inspection results
Will be placed in a progressively increased role of training and responsibility in work assignments
Ensure that all testing equipment and tools are properly calibrated and maintained
Follows safety rules and practices and other safety requirements for all projects. Performs pre-task planning prior to executing work. Reports any safety issues or concerns to management
Maintains quality standards on all projects
Transports materials safely from various job sites to the lab using a company provided full size pickup truck
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum 1-2 years of relevant experience or the equivalent in training and related experience
Experience with laptop computer use and Microsoft Word and Excel
ACI certification in one or more of the following areas: Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade I, Concrete Strength Testing Technician
Certified in radiation safety and Nuclear Density Gauge operations
Successful completion of related internal safety and technical certifications
Valid driver's license with acceptable violation history
Preferred
Certifications in one or more of the following areas: NICET Level II certification in Construction Materials Testing in one or more of the following categories: Asphalt, Concrete, Soils
NICET Level II certification in Geotechnical in one or more of the following categories: Construction, Laboratory, Exploration, Generalist
ICC certification in one or more of the following categories: Reinforced Concrete, Spray-applied Fireproofing, Structural Masonry, Prestressed/Post-Tensioned Concrete, Structural Steel – Bolting, Structural Steel – Welding
American Welding Society (AWS) Certified Associate Welding Inspector (CAWI)
American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) Level II certification in more than one of the following areas: Visual Testing (VT), Magnetic Particle Testing (MT), Dye Penetrant Testing (PT), Radiographic Testing (RT), Ultrasonic Testing (UT)
Other national, regional, state, and local Materials related certifications requiring experience and written examination will also be considered if deemed appropriate by the Terracon Department Manager
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
401(k) plan
Paid time off
Holidays
Education reimbursement
Various bonus programs
Company
Terracon
Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned consulting engineering firm providing quality services to clients.
5001-10000 employees
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Late StageLeadership Team
M. Gayle Packer
President and CEO
Don Vrana
Chief Financial Officer
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