Laboratory Test Technician

Twining; Fountain Valley (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

401(k) plan

Job summary

Twining Consulting Inc in Fountain Valley, CA seeks a Laboratory Test Technician to perform standard tests on building products in both lab and field settings. You will set up instrumentation and fixtures, operate testing equipment, and prepare daily reports while maintaining detailed documentation of results.

The role requires fabrication skills with construction materials, comfort working outdoors in varying weather, and the ability to lift 30–50 pounds.

Qualifications

• Experience in general construction, trades, military, or commercial laboratory settings.
• Welding experience is preferred.
• Proficiency with hand and power tools and fabrication skills.
• Able to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and lift 30–50 pounds regularly.

Responsibilities

• Set up and perform standard tests on building products in lab and field.
• Operate testing equipment and prepare electronic daily reports.
• Maintain detailed documentation and test data.
• Work with fixtures, test assemblies, and instrumentation in construction environments.
• Communicate effectively with clients and project teams.

Skills

General construction

Trade experience

Military background

Commercial laboratory experience

Outdoor work

Lift 50 lbs

Hand & power tools

Welding experience

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Laboratory Test Technician - Fountain Valley, CA

Twining Consulting Inc, an innovative engineering, testing, and inspection company is seeking a Laboratory Test Technician for its facility in Fountain Valley.

Responsibilities will include the following:

• Set-up and perform standard tests on building products in accordance with referenced specifications and procedures.
• Work in the lab and field settings in construction environment.
• Work with tools to setup and deconstruct test assemblies as required.
• Fabrication skills utilizing construction materials (glass, wood, steel, aluminum, plastics, etc.).
• Operate testing equipment to conduct testing of windows, doors, curtain walls, storefronts, skylights, etc. and a variety of building materials and products.
• Prepare and submit electronic daily test and observation reports and hours worked on projects.
• Set-up of instrumentation.
• Communicates effectively with client and project teams.
• Proficient in basic computer skills required for preparing test reports (word processing and spreadsheets).
• Maintains detailed documentation and data from test results.
• Calculator skills to compute basic mathematical functions.
• Safety oriented to adhere to all safety and precautionary measures.
• Flexibility to work extended or nontraditional hours as needed.

Requirements for Technician:

• Experience - General construction, trade, military, or commercial laboratory required.
• Window installation/fabrication experience preferred.
• Welding experience preferred.
• Demonstrated technical aptitude.
• Competent skills and knowledge in the use of hand and power tools.
• Candidates should be comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• able to lift 30 to 50 pounds often. Occasionally over 50 pounds with assistance.
• Able to walk and stand for long periods of time.
• Able to hear audible discretions and communicate audibly.
• Ability to squat, kneel and bend down.
• Ability to climb up to 40 ft with safety precautions.
• Comfortable with test work at multiple building heights with lifts, swing stages and scaffolding.
• A valid driver's license and a good driving history.

Excellent benefits package including medical, dental and 401(k) Plan. Hourly rate commensurate with experience.

EOE STATEMENT We are an affirmative action participant and equal employment opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.