Building Envelope Technician

Universal Engineering Sciences • Pineville, NC

3d • Onsite

About The Position

At UES, a national leader in geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, and materials testing and inspection, the Building Envelope Technician works with experienced professionals to evaluate and test building systems that protect structures from water, air, and moisture intrusion. The role involves hands-on inspections and field testing of roofing, waterproofing, exterior wall systems, windows, curtain walls, and other building components on commercial, institutional, industrial, and residential projects.

Technicians work with project managers, technical experts, contractors, owners, and construction teams to assess installation and performance against plans, specifications, and manufacturer requirements. They use specialized testing equipment and building-science technologies, document findings, and assist with follow-up inspections and retesting. The position offers technical training and opportunities to develop expertise in building enclosure performance, construction quality assurance, and consulting services.

The position requires moderate travel to jobsites, approximately up to 40% of the time, sometimes on short notice. Work is primarily outdoors in active construction or industrial environments, with exposure to uneven or rugged terrain, noise, dust, heat, humidity, sun, and adverse weather. Company safety protocols and PPE are required during travel and on-site work.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One to three years of experience in construction, roofing, waterproofing, or materials testing; entry-level candidates with strong work ethic and relevant experience are encouraged to apply.
• Basic understanding of building materials, building envelope systems, and construction drawings.
• Familiarity with tools, ladders, and jobsite safety practices, and willingness to work at heights or on scaffolding.
• Attention to detail, reliability, and willingness to learn in the field.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying conditions and perform physical tasks such as lifting, climbing, and kneeling.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Ability to lift and/or carry 35 to 75 pounds up to 75 feet, including regular repetitive motion.
• Ability to stand, walk, drive, and operate equipment for extended periods.
• Ability to bend, twist, reach, stoop, pull, kneel, climb, balance, lift, carry, and push as required for fieldwork and inspections.
• Ability to communicate effectively by speaking and hearing in noisy environments.
• Ability to use vision and other senses as needed for fieldwork, including climbing, balancing, crouching, stooping, crawling, kneeling, and sitting.

Nice To Haves

• Technical coursework in construction, building science, or materials testing.
• Experience with building envelope systems such as roofing, waterproofing, air barriers, curtain walls, doors, masonry, glazing, exterior walls, façades, or window systems.
• Prior experience performing construction inspections, quality assurance observations, special inspections, or field testing.
• OSHA 10-Hour or OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety certification.
• Fall protection, aerial lift, scaffold, or confined space training.
• Experience reading construction plans, specifications, and shop drawings.
• Exposure to quality assurance, special inspections, construction observation, or materials testing.
• Knowledge of moisture intrusion, air barriers, water testing, or building science concepts.
• Experience performing field testing or using testing equipment on construction projects.
• Associate degree or technical training in Construction Management, Engineering Technology, Architecture, Building Science, or a related field.
• Relevant industry certifications or manufacturer training related to building enclosure systems, testing, or construction quality.
• Experience with ASTM or AAMA field testing standards for windows, doors, curtain walls, waterproofing, or air barrier systems.
• Building enclosure, materials testing, or manufacturer certifications related to construction quality and performance testing.

Responsibilities

• Perform field inspections and quality assurance observations of roofing, waterproofing, air barrier, exterior wall, glazing, window, door, and cladding systems on construction projects.
• Evaluate building enclosure installation and performance by comparing field conditions with project plans, specifications, and manufacturer requirements.
• Conduct or assist with specialized testing, including water penetration, air leakage, adhesion, moisture, and performance testing of exterior building systems.
• Set up and operate testing equipment used to assess windows, curtain walls, waterproofing systems, air barriers, and other building components.
• Document field observations, testing results, deficiencies, and corrective actions in coordination with project managers, contractors, and construction teams.
• Review construction drawings, project details, and manufacturer installation requirements to support inspections and testing.
• Participate in follow-up inspections and retesting to verify corrective work.
• Develop expertise in building science, moisture management, air and water intrusion prevention, façade performance, and construction quality assurance through field experience and technical training.
• Travel to jobsites, field locations, or regional offices as project needs require and follow company safety protocols and PPE requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED