Entry-Level Field Technician - Construction Materials Testing

Intertek•Corpus Christi, TX

5d•$16 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions, is seeking a Construction Materials Testing Technician to join their Building & Construction team in Corpus Christi, Texas. This role offers a great opportunity for career growth in the A/E/C industry. Intertek's Building and Construction division is a leader in various architecture, engineering, and construction disciplines, providing innovative product and project solutions. They offer assurance, testing, inspection, and consulting services to ensure the reliability, safety, and performance of developments, assets, and facilities. Intertek aims to reduce risk for consumers, brands, and organizations globally, functioning as a Total Quality Assurance Provider. Professional Service Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI), a part of Intertek, is a leading US-based provider of construction assurance, testing, and inspection in civil and commercial construction, with services including construction materials testing, geotechnical services, environmental engineering, industrial hygiene, and specialty testing.

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
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

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