Engineering Technician II (05 24 66)
- Houston, Texas
- Regular, Full time
- Job ID 2667
General Responsibilities:
Perform field and/or laboratory testing, observation, and inspection of building envelope systems. Communicate with project manager, engineering technicians, client representative, contractor’s representative and others as applicable regarding the construction site, project requirements, and testing, observation, and inspection requirements and results. Tabulate, prepare, and submit data and observation in the form of written and digital reports as work is performed for daily transmittal to the Terracon Project Manager. Maintain and clean equipment, vehicles and work areas. May assist with scheduling and dispatch of Technicians to project sites. Adhere to strict safety standards.
Essential Roles and Responsibilities:
Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum 3-5 years of relevant experience or the equivalent in training and related experience.
- Experience with laptop computer use and Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Comfortable working at heights, including on roofs, ladders, scaffolding, and elevated work areas.
- Comfortable working from aerial lifts and elevated work platforms while following applicable safety procedures.
A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous hands-on or field experience with building envelope systems, including roofing, waterproofing, exterior wall systems, windows, storefronts, and/or curtain walls.
- Experience performing or assisting with building envelope field observations.
- Familiarity with common ASTM/AAMA testing procedures or similar building envelope testing standards.
- Experience with roofing, below-grade and above-grade waterproofing systems, air/water barriers, and exterior cladding systems.
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, shop drawings, and manufacturer installation requirements.
- Experience preparing field reports, photographs, observation documentation, and testing reports.
- Relevant industry certifications applicable to the services or project requirements, such as Registered Roof Observer (RRO) or similar building envelope, roofing, waterproofing, or testing certifications.
OSHA or other applicable construction-site safety training/certification is preferred.
Required Qualifications
- Relevant certification for the services or project requirements (e.g. Registered Roofing Observer (RRO))
- Successful completion of related internal safety certifications.
About Us
Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 8,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 200 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 was recognized as the #1 firm in Asbestos and Lead Abatement.
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.
About the Team
From general practitioners to specialists, our national Facilities professionals know facility systems from curb to rooftop. As a member of our team, you’ll join licensed architects and engineers delivering services for new construction and existing facilities including building enclosure consulting and testing, facility asset management, due diligence, ADA and accessibility consulting, facility condition assessments, and more. Be it one parking lot or a 100-building portfolio, we create sustainable options for our clients’ buildings, assess and extend service life where applicable, increase performance, and help them maximize the value of their capital expenditures.
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.