Senior Field Technician – Construction Materials Testing

Intertek Global; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions, seeks a Senior Field Technician to join our Intertek-PSI team. This project-based role supports work in Fairfield, Texas, with operations out of Austin, TX, performing soil and concrete testing and reporting results on site.

The ideal candidate holds an ACI Grade I certification with at least 3 years of experience in construction materials testing, geotechnical field practices, and documentation.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• ACI Concrete Field-Testing Technician Grade I certification required.
• Minimum three (3) years of construction materials testing and field inspection experience.
• Experience observing and documenting pier drilling and installation operations.
• Strong knowledge of soil classification and geotechnical field practices.
• Experience performing concrete testing and field documentation.
• Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specifications, and diagrams.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work overtime, off-shift, and weekends as project needs require.
• Ability to lift, move, push, and pull 30 to 50 pounds frequently and over 50 pounds with assistance as needed.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and work outdoors for extended periods.
• Ability to work in varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform construction materials testing of soil, concrete, and other materials in accordance with project specifications and industry standards.
• Operate testing equipment and provide accurate assessment and reporting of test data.
• Observe, document, and monitor pier drilling, foundation installation, and other geotechnical construction activities.
• Perform field inspections and project-specific observations under general supervision.
• Classify soils and document subsurface conditions in accordance with applicable standards.
• Utilize construction drawings, specifications, and engineering documents to support testing and inspection activities.
• Maintain detailed field notes, reports, and test documentation.
• Communicate findings, observations, and potential issues to project managers and engineering staff.
• Travel locally to project sites in and around Fairfield, Texas, as required.
• Follow all company and site-specific safety procedures.

Skills

ACI Grade I Certification

Construction materials testing

Geotechnical field practices

Communication skills

Valid driver’s license

Lift heavy equipment/weights

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Nuclear Density Gauge (preferred)

Job description

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions, seeks a Senior Field Technician to join our Intertek-PSI team. This project-based role supports work in Fairfield, Texas, with operations out of Austin, TX, performing soil and concrete testing and reporting results on site.

The ideal candidate holds an ACI Grade I certification with at least 3 years of experience in construction materials testing, geotechnical field practices, and documentation.