Terracon Consultants, Inc.
Construction Materials/Engineering Technician - Entry Level
Terracon Consultants, Inc., Des Moines, Iowa, United States, 50319
Construction Materials/Engineering Technician - Entry Level
life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
Job Description Terracon has an opportunity for a Construction Materials Technician to join our team in Des Moines, Iowa. The role will involve observations and tests on construction materials such as soils, concrete, masonry, reinforcing steel, and asphalt. You will communicate with Project Managers, client representatives, contractor representatives, and other key stakeholders regarding testing and inspection results. Tests are performed on building construction projects in the Des Moines area and in Terracon laboratories. Successful candidates will receive in‑depth technical training and professional certifications within 1‑2 years.
Safety Safety is Terracon's most important core value! Terracon provides a safe work environment for our employees and safe practices for our technicians to follow. Incident and Injury‑Free (IIF) is about care and concern for people. It is our personal and organizational commitment at all levels of the company to everyone going home safe to their family every day. We will hold ourselves responsible not just for our own safety and wellbeing, but for that of everyone around us. We will develop a mindset intolerant of any incidents or injuries no matter how minor or infrequent.
Essential Role and Responsibilities
Assist with tasks and perform basic sample tests and observations of soils, aggregates, concrete, masonry, reinforcing steel, and asphalt under the direction of senior technicians, staff professionals, or project managers.
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.
Progress into a progressively increased role of training and responsibility in work assignments.
Ensure that all testing equipment and tools are properly calibrated and maintained.
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.
Maintain quality standards on all projects.
Transport materials safely from various job sites to the lab using a company‑provided full‑size pickup truck.
Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent.
Obtain ACI certification within 90 days of hire.
Successful completion of related internal safety and technical certifications.
Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history.
Preferred Requirements
Obtain Nuclear Density Gauge certification within 6 months of hire.
Current industry certifications for materials testing a plus, but not required.
About Terracon Terracon is a 100 percent employee‑owned multidisciplinary consulting firm composed of more than 6,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 175 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon's growth is due to our talented employee‑owners exceeding client service expectations while growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities.
Terracon's vision of “Together, we are best at people” is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.
EEO Statement 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, disability, age or military status.
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Job Description Terracon has an opportunity for a Construction Materials Technician to join our team in Des Moines, Iowa. The role will involve observations and tests on construction materials such as soils, concrete, masonry, reinforcing steel, and asphalt. You will communicate with Project Managers, client representatives, contractor representatives, and other key stakeholders regarding testing and inspection results. Tests are performed on building construction projects in the Des Moines area and in Terracon laboratories. Successful candidates will receive in‑depth technical training and professional certifications within 1‑2 years.
Safety Safety is Terracon's most important core value! Terracon provides a safe work environment for our employees and safe practices for our technicians to follow. Incident and Injury‑Free (IIF) is about care and concern for people. It is our personal and organizational commitment at all levels of the company to everyone going home safe to their family every day. We will hold ourselves responsible not just for our own safety and wellbeing, but for that of everyone around us. We will develop a mindset intolerant of any incidents or injuries no matter how minor or infrequent.
Essential Role and Responsibilities
Assist with tasks and perform basic sample tests and observations of soils, aggregates, concrete, masonry, reinforcing steel, and asphalt under the direction of senior technicians, staff professionals, or project managers.
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.
Progress into a progressively increased role of training and responsibility in work assignments.
Ensure that all testing equipment and tools are properly calibrated and maintained.
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.
Maintain quality standards on all projects.
Transport materials safely from various job sites to the lab using a company‑provided full‑size pickup truck.
Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent.
Obtain ACI certification within 90 days of hire.
Successful completion of related internal safety and technical certifications.
Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history.
Preferred Requirements
Obtain Nuclear Density Gauge certification within 6 months of hire.
Current industry certifications for materials testing a plus, but not required.
About Terracon Terracon is a 100 percent employee‑owned multidisciplinary consulting firm composed of more than 6,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 175 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon's growth is due to our talented employee‑owners exceeding client service expectations while growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities.
Terracon's vision of “Together, we are best at people” is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.
EEO Statement 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, disability, age or military status.
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