Technician (Construction Materials Testing)

Terracon is a dynamic and growing employee-owned firm of consulting engineers and scientists providing multiple related service lines to clients at local, regional and national levels. Since 1965, Terracon has grown from a small Iowa geotechnical firm to a large, multifaceted national firm. With more than 3,000 employees and over 95 offices nationwide, Terracon has the resources of a large firm with the atmosphere of a small one. This growth is the result of talented, dedicated employees working toward a common goal to complement each other to deliver success for clients and employees. Our services are delivered on a timely basis with consistently high value and attention to client needs. Terracon has consistently achieved growth above the industry average. Technician (Construction Materials Testing) THE JOB—WHAT IT IS:As a CMT Tech with Terracon you will conduct field and laboratory tests of concrete, soil, asphalt, and aggregates. You will assist other employees by transporting equipment, specimens and documents to field and lab personnel, laboratories, clients and other offices.THE PERSON—WHAT IT TAKES:You are required to have a high school diploma or equivalent and a valid drivers license. You must be able to read and understand data and properly record collected information. This position involves regularly lifting and/or moving up to 35 pounds, frequently lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds, and occasionally moving more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Some employees may have to pass the 40-hour safety training program.THE OPPORTUNITY—WHAT IT MEANS:As part of the Terracon team you will benefit from a strong total compensation package. Additionally, you will reap the rewards of individual performance and teamwork. Assisting other technicians and staff on routine tasks will result in a progressively increased role of training and responsibility in work assignments.