Engineering Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary :

Certerra is a growing national provider of engineering, testing, inspection, and certification services that support innovation in new product development, quality assurance, for project delivery, and engineered solutions for asset management. We are passionate about contributing to the sustainable development of the communities we serve.

At Certerra, we engineer solutions for completed construction projects. Bringing together specialized testing, inspection, and certification capabilities, we combine innovation with practical knowledge to ensure our communities are built to last.

With a nationwide office network and an expert team of over 1,800 people, we have the resources to deliver materially better outcomes.

The Engineering Technician will be working out of our Bellingham, WA office.

Duties :

In this role, you’ll be helping establish and support our Bellingham team while gaining exposure to a wide range of technical assignments. Your responsibilities will include materials testing and inspection in the field. You’ll also have opportunities to collaborate directly with our project managers and engineers, and, depending on workload, step into the field to gain experience in special inspections — a chance to broaden your career path even further.

We’re looking for individuals who bring experience in field testing of soil, concrete, asphalt, masonry, and other construction materials. Certifications in soil and concrete testing are a plus, and if you’re motivated to pursue additional certifications, we’ll help you get there.

This is a chance to be part of a dynamic, supportive team that values growth, opportunity, and excellence. If you’re ready to join a company that is building something exciting and wants to invest in your future, we’d love to hear from you.

Education / Qualifications :

• High School Diploma, or equivalent, at a minimum. An associate or bachelor’s degree in a related field, is a plus
• Preferred minimum one year of experience in geotechnical or construction materials laboratory testing
• Valid driver’s license
• Must pass background check and must have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with Certerra’s driving policy
• Ability to lift materials and equipment up to 50lbs and perform physical tasks such as lifting and standing for long periods of time
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail

Certifications / Licenses :

Preferred certifications include any of the following :

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. This Company is dedicated to both the letter and the spirit of the equal opportunity employment laws. All applicants and all employees will be evaluated on the basis of their ability, competence, and performance of the essential functions of their positions. There will be no discrimination on the basis of race, sex, national origin, religion, age 40 and over, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other classification which may be protected by federal, state, or local laws. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, we specifically offer equal opportunity for all employees or job applicants who may have a physical or mental disability. Such persons will be hired on the basis of their ability to perform the essential functions of the job in question. Likewise, their work will be evaluated on their performance of these essential functions. We will offer reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities, to the extent that Company resources allow without undue hardship. As part of our equal employment policy, there will be no wage differentials based on gender, between men and women employed in the same establishment, on jobs that require equal skill, effort, and responsibility, and which are performed under similar working conditions.