Engineering Technician I – Traveling

Terracon

. Travel 100% throughout Terracon’s Gulf Coast division, including Tennessee, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and Georgia .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesJunior💰 $19 - $26 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in field testing and inspection of construction materials, including soils, aggregates, and concrete, while ensuring adherence to safety standards and project quality. Capable of effective communication with diverse stakeholders and proficient in data reporting and analysis.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Field TestingConstruction Material InspectionACI CertificationNuclear Density Gauge CertificationSafety Compliance

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Hard Skills

Field TestingSoil InspectionConcrete InspectionAggregate TestingAsphalt TestingSteel InspectionData ReportingObservation ReportingMaterial Sample TransportProject Quality Standards

Soft Skills

CommunicationAdaptabilityTeam CollaborationProblem-SolvingFlexibility

Tools & Technologies

Nuclear Density GaugeTesting EquipmentField Observation Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

ACI CertificationNuclear Density Gauge CertificationInternal Safety Certifications

Industry Keywords

ConstructionTransportation ProjectsCommercial BuildingWind Farm ProjectsProject Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Travel 100% throughout Terracon’s Gulf Coast division, including Tennessee, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and Georgia
Perform field testing, observation, and inspection of soils, aggregates, concrete, asphalt, steel, and other construction materials
Work on transportation, commercial building, wind farm, and other high-profile projects
Communicate with project managers, engineering technicians, client representatives, contractor representatives, and other stakeholders
Transport material samples and identifying documentation to laboratories for further testing and analysis
Tabulate, prepare, and submit written and digital data and observation reports for daily transmittal to the Terracon Project Manager
Maintain and clean equipment, vehicles, and work areas
Assist with scheduling and dispatch of technicians to project sites as needed
Follow safety rules, perform pre-task planning, report safety concerns, and maintain project quality standards
Work under close supervision while progressively assuming increased training and responsibility
Adapt to changing project environments, jobsite conditions, geographic locations, and team structures

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or equivalent
6 months experience required
Willingness to travel up to 100% and for extended periods without the ability to travel home
Flexibility to work varying schedules, including overtime, weekends, and extended shifts
A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required
Obtain ACI certification within 90 days of hire
Successful completion of related internal safety certifications
Nuclear Density Gauge certification within 6 months of hire is preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
401(k) plan
Paid time off and holidays
Education reimbursement
Various bonus programs
100 percent employee ownership
Professional development and career growth opportunities