26447BR

　　Service Line:

　　Materials

　　Office Name:

　　Houston

　　Job Description:

　　General Responsibilities:

　　Come to Terracon and discover what great looks like! Here, you’ll have the opportunity to work with great people and work on great projects.

　　At Terracon, safety is a core value. Working safely is an uncompromising commitment at all levels of the company to ensure everyone goes home safe to their family each and every day.

　　Our Houston Office currently has an opportunity for a Construction Materials Technician-Entry Level within the Construction Materials Department. You will learn to perform various observations and tests on construction materials such as soils, concrete, masonry, reinforcing steel and asphalt. This is a great opportunity for a person who is ready to take a step in a new career.

　　Essential Role and Responsibilities:

　　Under direction of senior technicians, staff professionals or project managers, learns and assists with tasks and perform basic sample tests and observation 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.

　　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:

　　Related work experience in construction helpful, but not required

　　Current industry certifications for materials testing a plus, but not required

　　The successful candidate will be encouraged to expand their skills and certifications through company provided training and mentoring. This is an opportunity to become a member of a successful team, be part of the construction process and make a career at a steady, growing organization.

　　Exemption:

　　Non-exempt

　　Requisition ID:

　　26447BR

　　Posting Title:

　　Construction Engineering Technician In Training

　　Employment Type:

　　Regular, Full Time

　　City, State (Office Location):

　　Houston, TX

　　About Terracon:

　　Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised 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 multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon’s growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace.

　　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, gender, disability, age, or military status.

　　Job Category:

　　Technician/Inspector