Field / Laboratory Technician - Harlingen, TX

Military Spouse Corporate Career Network•Harlingen, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions, is seeking a Field & Laboratory Technician I-B to join their Building & Construction team in Harlingen, TX. This role offers a chance to build a career in the Building & Construction industry by working on various transportation, commercial, and infrastructure projects in the Rio Grande Valley. Intertek's Building and Construction division is comprised of industry leaders in architecture, engineering, and construction, developing innovative product and project solutions. Their services provide quality assurance and risk management for new developments, existing assets, and facilities, ensuring reliability, safety, and performance. Intertek aims to bring quality, safety, and sustainability to life.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent.
Minimum one (1) year of construction materials testing experience or related laboratory experience.
ACI Aggregate Testing Technician - Level 1 Certification (Required).
ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician - Grade I Certification (Required).
Experience performing both field and laboratory testing of aggregates, concrete, soils, or related construction materials.
Ability to accurately collect, record, and report test data.
Strong communication and organizational skills.
Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Ability to travel locally to project sites as needed.
Ability to lift up to 75 pounds and work in both laboratory and outdoor construction environments.

Nice To Haves

TxDOT Level IA Certification.
TxDOT Level IB Certification.
Asphalt testing certifications and experience.
Additional ACI, NICET, or TxDOT certifications.
Two or more years of field and laboratory construction materials testing experience.

Responsibilities

Perform a combination of field and laboratory testing on construction materials including concrete, aggregates, and soils.
Conduct concrete field testing such as slump, air content, temperature, and cylinder fabrication.
Perform aggregate testing in accordance with ACI, ASTM, and AASHTO standards.
Support laboratory operations through testing procedures such as sieve analysis, moisture content determination, specific gravity testing, and other materials evaluations.
Maintain testing equipment and laboratory instruments.
Accurately document and report test results.
Communicate findings to project managers, clients, and project stakeholders.
Ensure materials meet project specifications and applicable industry standards.