Field/Lab Building Products Technician - Travel 50%

Intertek Global; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions, seeks a Building Products Field/Lab Test Technician in Plano, TX to join our Building & Construction team. This entry-level role manages testing projects under supervision, travels up to 50% and grows skills in code compliance, performance testing, and product certification.

You will set up tests, track specimens, analyze results, and write concise reports while learning standards such as AAMA, ASTM and NFPA.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to understand test procedures.
• Familiarity with QA policies related to test specimens.
• General construction knowledge and use of power tools.
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds.
• Ability to sit, stand, crouch, bend, climb stairs and ladders, crawl, push, pull as needed.
• Ability to follow directions and work under supervision.
• Excellent customer service and strong communication skills.
• Proficiency in Word and Excel; AutoCAD if applicable.
• Ability to travel up to 50% of the time.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Manage entry level testing projects under direct supervision until signed off to perform testing independently.
• Track and condition test specimens.
• Set up/mount and perform standard tests on building products per specifications.
• Check calibration status of test equipment prior to testing.
• Analyze test results and write accurate, concise test reports.
• Learn test standards and test procedures (e.g., AAMA, ASTM, NFPA).
• Maintain tools and equipment; inventory supplies; keep work area clean.

Skills

Technical competency

Mechanical aptitude

QA policies

Construction knowledge

Power tools

Customer service

Communication skills

MS Word/Excel

AutoCAD

Travel willingness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's Degree preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

Excel

Word

Job description

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions, seeks a Building Products Field/Lab Test Technician in Plano, TX to join our Building & Construction team. This entry-level role manages testing projects under supervision, travels up to 50% and grows skills in code compliance, performance testing, and product certification.

You will set up tests, track specimens, analyze results, and write concise reports while learning standards such as AAMA, ASTM and NFPA.