Senior Field Technician - Construction Materials Testing

Socket.dev; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with company match

PTO

Job summary

Intertek in Houston, TX is seeking a Senior Field Technician to join our PSI team for testing and observation duties in the A/E/C industry. The role involves site assessments, data reporting, and coordination with clients and project teams.

The ideal candidate has 5 years of field testing experience, relevant certifications, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to travel up to 25% with overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• 5 years' experience as a field technician / inspector in construction materials testing.
• Valid driver's license and reliable driving record.
• Ability to travel up to 25%.
• Ability to work off shifts and overtime.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently; over 50 pounds with assistance.
• Ability to walk and stand for long periods; climb occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain and calibrate testing equipment and conduct soil and/or concrete testing with data reporting.
• Read and interpret plans and specifications; use drawings and diagrams to guide testing.
• Observe site activities and perform complex tasks under supervision or controlled procedures.
• Provide detailed observations and interpretations of results; maintain documentation of test data.
• Communicate with clients and project teams and attend project meetings.

Job description

Senior Field Technician - Construction Materials Testing - Houston, 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 Senior Field Technicianto join our Professional Services Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) team inHouston, Texas. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in the architectural, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) industry.

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 services, environmental engineering, industrial hygiene, and specialty testing.

What are we looking for?

The Senior Field Technicianis responsible for performing a variety of testing, project-specific observations, and site assessment duties under general supervision and/or from 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, maintain and calibrate testing equipment and conduct soil and/or concrete testing and provide an assessment of data through reporting
• Utilize drawings, specifications and diagrams
• Read and interpret plans and specifications
• Use specific methods to observe site activities and perform tasks and complex assignments
• Make detailed observations, give interpretation of results, maintain detailed documentation and data from test results
• Communicate effectively with client and project teams and attend project meetings

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:

• 5 years' experience as a field technician / inspector in construction materials testing
• NICET Level II OR
• TXDOT Level 1A, 1B AND SB102 certifications
• Valid driver's license and reliable driving record
• Ability to travel up to 25%
• Ability to work off shifts and overtime
• Ability to lift, move, push and pull up to 50 pounds frequently; Occasionally, over 50 pounds with assistance
• Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, (hearing) and to make the discriminations in 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

Preferred Requirements & Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• NICET Level II Soil, Concrete, & Asphalt
• ICC and PT Level I / Level II

Intertek: Total Quality. Assured.

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 the employee to be 10X in their performance and professional growth.

Intertek is a drug-free workplace. For certain safety-sensitive roles, a pre-employment drug screen will be required. Based on local law and legislation, marijuana may be included in that screening.

We Value Diversity

Intertek's network of phenomenal peopleare 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.

*Intertek does not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies and will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.

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.

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