Field Facilities Professional

Terracon; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon in Houston, Texas, is looking for an Entry-level Facilities professional to aid in diagnosing and restoring built environments. The role involves performing assessments and inspections while adhering to safety standards.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in building science or a related field and up to 5 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities may also include preparing reports and assisting in contract administration for small-to-medium projects.

Qualifications

• Up to 5 years’ experience in facility assessment or 4-9 years’ related experience without a degree.
• A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and develop repair/restoration solutions for the built environment.
• Assist in performing assessments, inspections, and testing.
• Follow safety rules, guidelines, and standards for all projects.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in building science or related building field

Job description

General Responsibilities

Diagnose and develop repair/restoration solutions for the built environment. This includes all major components and systems of buildings and other infrastructure. Projects range from property condition assessments to detailed evaluations of structural systems, roofs, facades, plaza deck and below grade waterproofing systems, MEP systems, pavements, industrial floors, and construction materials. Assessment techniques include visual examination, non‑destructive testing, instrumentation and load testing, laboratory testing, and destructive examinations. Client deliverables range from reports of findings and recommendations to development of restoration design documents and construction oversight/administration.

Essential Roles and Responsibilities

• Entry‑level Facilities professional; assignments are designed to develop knowledge and abilities.
• Works typically on smaller, routine projects.
• Assists in performing assessments, inspections and testing.
• Assist in the preparation of reports, plans, specifications, calculations, and research.
• Assists and gains exposure to projects of greater complexity and scope.
• Performs and sometimes oversees contract administration for small‑to‑medium projects.
• Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Participate in pre‑task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
• Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in building science or related building field and up to 5 years’ experience in facility assessment. Or, in lieu of a degree, 4‑9 years’ related experience.
• A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required.