Terracon Consultants - Boise, ID
posted 5 months ago
The Engineering Technician III position at Terracon involves performing field and laboratory testing, observation, and inspection of various construction materials, including soils, aggregates, concrete, asphalt, and steel. The technician will communicate effectively with project managers, engineering technicians, client representatives, and contractors regarding project requirements and testing results. Responsibilities include transporting material samples to the laboratory for further analysis, tabulating and preparing data for daily reports, and maintaining equipment and work areas. The role requires adherence to strict safety standards and may involve assisting with the scheduling and dispatch of technicians to project sites. In this position, the technician will perform testing, observation, and inspection as directed, ensuring compliance with training and specified procedures. Clear documentation of findings and results is essential, along with basic data analysis to verify accuracy before submission to the Project Manager. The technician should have experience and proficiency in multiple areas of field testing and inspection or laboratory testing, and may also be responsible for training lower-level technicians or leading activities on larger projects. Maintaining equipment and calibration, following safety rules, and reporting any safety issues are critical components of the role. The technician will be responsible for maintaining quality standards across all projects.