Lead Technician - Construction Material Testing

Intertek • Tukwila, WA • 5d ago

Construction Materials Testing Lead Technician - Tukwila, Washington

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world's top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking a Construction Materials Testing Lead Technician to join our Professional Services Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) team in Tukwila, Washington. 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 Construction Materials Testing Lead Technician is responsible for performing a variety of testing, project specific observations and site assessment duties under direct supervision and/or from detailed controlled procedures.

Salary & Benefits Information

The base wage or salary range for this position is $30/hr. - $50/hr. Individual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related reasons.

Relocation assistance available

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:

Maintain and develop laboratory testing programs and enter data gathered from laboratory tests into reports.

Perform and oversee QA testing on site and lab for a WSDOT job.

Perform laboratory equipment calibrations and keep track of equipment maintenance.

Must understand ASTM standards, AASHTO, and USACE documentation ACI, FDOT, ICC and/or NICET level 1 certifications required to manage an AASHTO accredited laboratory.

Physical laboratory testing of soils, concrete, and asphalt in accordance with applicable ASTM procedures.

Operate testing equipment and conduct geotechnical and construction materials laboratory testing, (example: Atterberg Limits, Sieve Analysis, Unconfined Compressive Strength, CBR, Swell, Standard and Modified Proctors, etc.) and provides assessment of data through reporting.

Utilize drawings, specifications and diagrams.

Technical competence to interpret and effectively communicate test procedures, specifications and results with team members, customers, consultants, and specifiers.

Complete knowledge and understanding of all equipment, test methods / methodology and applicable specifications associated with areas of responsibility.

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:

High School diploma or equivalent

Minimum of 5 years' experience working in highway and construction material testing

WAQTC certified tester in Aggregate module, Asphalt level 2 module, In-place and Embankment Densities modules

ACI Concrete Field-Testing Certification

Valid Driver's License and reliable driving record

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and basic computer knowledge

Moderate lifting required as part of day-to-day job functions

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 (hot and cold)

Ability to climb occasionally

Preferred Requirements & Qualifications:

Associate degree from a technical or four-year school

Nuclear Density Gauge Operator Certificate

WABO Lab Supervisor Certificate

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 with our employees 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 people are 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 hr.eeo@intertek.com or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.

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*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.

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