Engineering Technician IV
Terracon
- Olathe, KS
- Permanent
- Full-time
Essential Roles and Responsibilities:
- Travel to and from projects as they are assigned to you.
- Performs testing, observation, and inspection as directed in accordance with training and the specified procedures.
- Provides clear documentation of findings and results.
- Performs basic analysis of data to verify accuracy before communication and submittal to the Project Manager.
- Communicates information to Project Manager and other personnel as directed by the PM.
- Has experience and proficiency in multiple areas of field testing and inspection and or laboratory testing
- Trains lower level technicians
- May direct and supervise activities of other engineering technicians in the laboratory or on larger field projects.
- May interact with client and other site personnel on behalf of the Project Manager when directed
- May assist Project Manager in development of scope for testing and inspection services
- Maintains equipment operation and calibration.
- Performs advanced fieldwork and assists with project management.
- Plan, schedule and dispatch Technicians to project sites based on technician skill set, certifications, location, project, and priority.
- Coordinate pre-dispatch activities with Project, Department, and/or Office Managers.
- Track projects including contractor site data and status into Construction Materials and Laboratory Management System (CMELMS).
- Communicate with clients to provide up to date information in regard to the company's ability to meet expected project timelines, client needs for projects and project status.
- Follow safety rules and practices and other safety requirements for all projects. Performs pre-task planning prior to executing work. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
- Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects and works cohesively as a team.
- 100% Travel Required
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum 5-10 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 operation.
- American Welding Society (AWS) Certified Welding Inspector (CWI), or
- Structural Steel and/or nondestructive testing services: ASNT Level II
- Relevant certification for the services or project requirements (e.g. Registered Roofing Observer (RRO))
- Successful completion of related internal safety certifications.
- Valid driver's license with acceptable violation history.
Certifications in one or more of the following areas:
- NICET Level III certification in Construction Materials Testing in two or more of the following categories or NICET Level III in at least one of the following categories: Asphalt, Concrete, Soils.
- NICET Level III certification in Geotechnical in two or more of the following categories: Construction, Laboratory, Exploration, Generalist
- ICC certification in two 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) Senior Certified Welding Inspector (SCWI)
- American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) Level III certification in one or more 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.