Horizontal Transmission Acoustical Technician - Entry level

Intertek Global • York, PA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world’s top-recognized brands and companies, is actively searching for an Acoustical Test Technician to join our Building & Construction team in our York, PA office. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in Intertek. The Building & Construction team provides assurance, testing, inspection, and certification services and building science solutions to deliver Total Quality Assurance to the built environment. The team offers the architectural, engineering and construction (A/E/C) industry with a full suite of capabilities both in the lab and on site. BUILDING PRODUCTS TESTING SOLUTIONS From code compliance to performance testing to product certification - our commitment is to build a lasting partnership with our customers. We enable them to work with a single source to get their product the market access success they need. JOB SUMMARY The Acoustical Test Technician is responsible for setting up and performing acoustical laboratory tests (with supervision) on a variety of building products and components. This is an entry level position with on-the-job training provided.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED, or associate's degree
• General construction/carpentry experience
• Ability to use Power tools
• Technical competency to understand and communicate test procedures, specifications, and results and possess a mechanical aptitude
• Ability to use a tape measure and make accurate measurements
• Physical ability to routinely lift up to 50 pounds
• Physical ability to sit, stand, crouch, bend, climb stairs and ladders, crawl, push, pull, etc. as required to perform job duties
• Ability to follow directions and work under supervision
• Excellent customer service skills
• Highly motivated and have a good work ethic
• Ability to work alone and on a team
• Strong communication written and oral skills
• Good computer skills using Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to travel as business needs dictate (trips are usually only 2 or 3 days)
• Must have reliable transportation
• Valid driver’s license and reliable driving record (required)

Responsibilities

• Track and document test specimens
• Coordinate construction and test
• Construct walls, filler wall assemblies and test openings
• Check calibration status of test equipment
• Set-up/mount test specimens
• Remove, cut-up and discard specimens, store samples
• Attend internal Basic Acoustics and Project Management training courses
• Learn acoustical test standards and test procedures
• Assist in all areas of testing to gain experience
• Perform shipping and receiving duties, as needed
• Maintain tools and equipment; inventory supplies; maintain cleanliness of work area
• Perform other work as required

Benefits

• salary and benefit package competitively placed within the local market, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, tuition reimbursement and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees