Building Materials Lab Technician – York

Intertek Group; York (York County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off (PTO)

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Intertek York, PA is seeking a Laboratory Technician for the Building & Construction team. The role involves performing tests on building products, coordinating schedules, and preparing detailed test reports for clients.

Ideal candidates will have a High School Diploma or GED, experience with power tools, and strong communication skills. Travel up to 15% may be required; driving is a plus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• General construction/carpentry knowledge and experience using power tools.
• Must be technically competent to understand and communicate test procedures, specifications, and results and possess a mechanical aptitude.
• Physical ability to routinely lift 50 pounds.
• Physical ability to sit, stand, crouch, bend, climb stairs and ladders, crawl, push, pull, etc.
• Ability to follow directions and work with minimal supervision.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Strong communication skills – both written and oral.
• Good computer skills using Word and Excel and technical competence for use of lab equipment and tools.
• Ability to travel as business needs dictate, 15% of the time or less.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable driving record is required.

Responsibilities

• Management all assigned jobs (proposals, job progress, job notifications, invoicing, documentation of test data, reporting, job closure).
• Learn test standards and test procedures (e.g., AAMA, ASTM, NFPA, etc.).
• Review and thoroughly understand contract requirements, and obtain authorization for and document any deviations.
• Coordinate test schedule with equipment schedule and other department testing.
• Set-up/mount and perform standard and advanced/specialty tests on building products in accordance with referenced specifications and procedures.
• Analyze test results and write accurate and concise test reports that summarize the test procedures and results.
• Communicate with clients regarding test preparation, procedures, and results.
• Write test report and assist department admin in invoicing for all assigned projects.
• Maintain tools and equipment; inventory supplies; maintain cleanliness of work area.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Mechanical aptitude

Microsoft Word/Excel

Travel readiness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical degree preferred

Tools

Power tools

Word and Excel

Job description

Intertek York, PA is seeking a Laboratory Technician for the Building & Construction team. The role involves performing tests on building products, coordinating schedules, and preparing detailed test reports for clients.

Ideal candidates will have a High School Diploma or GED, experience with power tools, and strong communication skills. Travel up to 15% may be required; driving is a plus.