Entry Level Construction Materials Field Technician

Intertek Building & Construction; La Porte (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Vacation & sick time (PTO)

Job summary

Intertek Building & Construction in La Porte, Texas is seeking a Construction Materials Testing Field Technician (I). The role involves performing testing on soil and concrete, observing site activities, and reporting data under supervision.

Candidates should have outdoor labor experience and be able to obtain TWIC and site access credentials. Annual compensation includes comprehensive health and retirement benefits, and opportunities for career growth within Intertek's PSI division.

Qualifications

• Outdoor work environment experience.
• Construction industry experience or related.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable driving record.
• Must possess, or be able to obtain prior to hire, a valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain client-required site access credentials, including petrochemical and port facility access.
• Pre-employment checks including criminal background, urinalysis, and hair follicle drug test.

Responsibilities

• Operate testing equipment and conduct testing (example: Soil, concrete or other) and provide assessment of data through reporting.
• Utilize drawings, specifications, and diagrams.
• Perform tasks to make detailed observations of site activities and give limited interpretation of results.
• Maintain detailed documentation and data from test results.

Skills

Outdoor work

Hands-on

Construction knowledge

Driver's license

TWIC credential

Education

High School Diploma

ACI/NICET Certifications

Tools

TWIC Certification

Port facility access

Testing equipment knowledge

Job description

Construction Materials Testing Field Technician (I) – La Porte, Texas

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world’s top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking a Construction Materials Testing Field Technician (I) to join our Professional Services Industries, Inc. (Intertek‑PSI) team in La Porte, Texas. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in the architectural, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) industry.

Intertek's Building and Construction division is a suite of Intertek brands that are industry leaders across multiple architecture, engineering and construction disciplines, developing the most innovative product and project solutions. Intertek's project-related assurance, testing, inspection and consulting services are the risk management and quality assurance partner you need to ensure the reliability, safety and performance of your new developments, existing assets and facilities.

Professional Service Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) is a leading US based provider of construction assurance, testing and inspection in civil and commercial construction. Our broad service offering includes construction materials testing, geotechnical engineering services, environmental engineering, industrial hygiene, and specialty testing.

What are we looking for?

The Construction Materials Testing Field Technician (I) is responsible for performing a variety of testing, project specific observations and site assessment duties under general supervision and/or detailed controlled procedures.

Salary & Benefits Information

In addition to competitive compensation packages, when working with Intertek you can expect benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, generous vacation / sick time (PTO), tuition reimbursement and more.

What you’ll do:

• Operate testing equipment and conduct testing (example: Soil, concrete or other) and provide assessment of data through reporting
• Utilize drawings, specifications, and diagrams
• Use specific methods and perform tasks to make detailed observations of site activities and give limited interpretation of results
• Maintain detailed documentation and data from test results

This position outline is a general guideline and does not represent all encompassing details. The position assumes that the incumbent has both the mental and physical requirements to carry out the above defined duties.

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications

• Experience working hands-on, doing physical labor, in an outdoor work environment
• Experience working in the construction industry (or relevant)
• Valid driver’s license and reliable driving record
• Must possess, or be able to obtain prior to hire, a valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card
• Must be able to obtain and maintain client-required site access credentials, including petrochemical and port facility access
• Must meet all Intertek and client site pre-employment requirements, including but not limited to criminal background, urinalysis, and hair follicle drug test

Preferred Requirements & Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Construction Material Testing (CMT) experience
• ACI / NICET Certifications
• Plant experience

Physical Work Requirements

• Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication (hearing) and to make the discriminations sound
• Ability to kneel and squat occasionally
• Ability to walk and stand for long periods of time
• Ability to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions, including hot and cold temperatures
• Ability to climb occasionally, and work at various heights
• Ability to lift, move, push and pull 30 to 49 pounds frequently; Occasionally, over 50 pounds with assistance

Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. With passion, pace, and precision we work to exceed our customers’ expectations, while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and professional growth.

Intertek is a drug‑free workplace. As a condition of employment, certain positions may be required to pass a pre-employment drug test based on the type of work that will be performed.

We Value Diversity

Intertek’s network of phenomenal people are our greatest assets, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email [e-mail] or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.

About Us

Intertek is a leading Total Quality Assurance provider to industries worldwide. Our network of more than 1,000 laboratories and offices in more than 100 countries, delivers innovative and bespoke Assurance, Testing, Inspection and Certification (ATIC) solutions for our customers' operations and supply chains. Working at Intertek means joining a global network of state‑of‑the‑art facilities and passionate people who deliver superior customer service with a purpose of bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life.

About The Team

The Building & Construction team provides assurance, testing, inspection, and certification services and building science solutions to deliver Total Quality Assurance to the built environment. The team offers the architectural, engineering and construction (A/E/C) industry with a full suite of capabilities both in the lab and on site.