Entry-Level Field Technician - Construction Materials Testing

Intertek • Corpus Christi, TX • 1h ago

Entry-Level Field Technician - Construction Materials Testing - Corpus Christi, 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 Construction Materials Testing Technician to join our Building & Construction team in Corpus Christi, Texas. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in [industry or career path name].

Intertek's Building and Construction division is a suite of Intertek brands that are industry leaders across multiple architecture, engineering and construction disciplines, developing the most innovative product and project solutions. Intertek's project-related assurance, testing, inspection and consulting services are the risk management and quality assurance partner you need to ensure the reliability, safety and performance of your new developments, existing assets and facilities. Intertek is continually innovating and evolving to reduce risk for consumers, brands and organizations in every sector and industry around the world. We go beyond Testing, Inspection and Certification of products: we are a Total Quality Assurance Provider to industries worldwide. Our Purpose: Bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life.

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 Field Technician role performs 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 $16.00 - $20.00. Individual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related reasons.

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:

Performs a variety of testing, project specific observations and site assessment duties under general supervision and/or from detailed controlled procedures

Operates testing equipment and conducts testing (example: Soil, concrete or other) and provides assessment of data through reporting

Works utilizing drawings, specifications, and diagrams

Uses specific methods to observe site activities and perform tasks

Makes detailed observations and gives limited interpretation of results

Maintains detailed documentation and data from test results

Operates a calculator to calculate mathematical test results

Communicates effectively with client and project teams

Must be aware of, and adhere to, safety practices and policies to ensure your own safety, as well as the safety of others who may be affected by your actions at work

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:

Valid driver's license and reliable driving record is required

Must be able and willing to travel within three hours to other cities to assist with materials testing

Must be able to perform heavy lifting up to 80lbs.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to lift, move, push, and pull up to 50 pounds if needed. 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:

High School Diploma, GED, and/or College Degree

2 years' work experience in construction

Previous construction materials testing experience

Third party certifications related to construction material testing (ACI, ICC, and/or Asphalt Certifications)

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. As a condition of employment, certain positions may be required to pass a pre-employment drug test based on the @type of work that will be performed.

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 intertekhrusa@intertek.com (https://hcog.fa.em2.oraclecloud.com/fscmUI/afr/remote/%7B%22uri%22:%22https:\_fa-internal.oracleoutsourcing.com:10663\hcmUI\rr\%22%7D/afr/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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