Entry-Level Field Technician - Construction Materials Testing

Intertek•Corpus Christi, TX

3h•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 seeking a Construction Materials Testing Technician to join their Building & Construction team in Corpus Christi, Texas. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in the industry. Intertek's Building and Construction division comprises industry-leading brands across various architecture, engineering, and construction disciplines, focusing on innovative product and project solutions. Their project-related assurance, testing, inspection, and consulting services serve as a risk management and quality assurance partner for new developments, existing assets, and facilities. Intertek continuously innovates to reduce risk for consumers, brands, and organizations globally, providing Total Quality Assurance beyond just Testing, Inspection, and Certification. Their purpose is to bring 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, offering services such as construction materials testing, geotechnical services, environmental engineering, industrial hygiene, and specialty testing. The Field Technician role involves performing various testing, project-specific observations, and site assessment duties under direct supervision or detailed controlled procedures.

Requirements

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.

Nice To Haves

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)

Responsibilities

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