Job Description
General Responsibilities:
Transport material samples with associated identifying documentation to the laboratory for further testing and analysis. Communicate with project manager, engineering technicians, client representative, contractor’s representative and/or others as applicable regarding the construction site, project requirements, locations, and onsite access. Tabulate, prepare, and submit data and observations in the form of written and digital reports daily transmittal to the Terracon Project Manager. Maintain and clean equipment, vehicles, and work areas. Adhere to strict safety and driving standards.

Essential Roles and Responsibilities:

• Receive dispatches with information regarding project, location, and sample information
• Travel to site locations with company vehicle to retrieve samples (primarily concrete samples)
• Communicate with coworkers, contractors and/or clients to locate samples
• Complete data entry though app and computer devices
• Organize and properly label samples
• Provides clear documentation of findings and results.
• Maintains assigned equipment.
• Follow safety rules and practices and other safety requirements for all projects.
• Perform pre-task planning prior to executing work.
• Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
• Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history
• Consistent attendance and flexibility of schedule
• Will involve Saturday work

Preferred Credentials:

• Familiarity with ASTM and AASHTO test standards
• Ability to lift samples weighting up to 50-pounds
• Familiarity with the Portland Metro area and surrounding cities
• Problem solving capabilities

About Terracon
Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned consulting engineering firm providing quality services to clients. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon currently has more than 5,000 employees in more than 150 offices with services available in all 50 states. Terracon’s growth is due to valued employees 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.