Entry-Level Field Technician - Houston, TX

Military Spouse Corporate Career Network • Houston, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions, is actively seeking an Entry-Level Field Technician to join their Professional Services Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) team in Houston, TX. This role offers a great opportunity to build a career in the architectural, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) industry. 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 will perform various testing, project-specific observations, and site assessment duties under general supervision and following detailed procedures.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license and reliable driving record
• Must be able to work off shift and overtime as needed
• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time
• Ability to lift, move, push and pull 30 to 50 pounds frequently; Occasionally, over 50 pounds with assistance
• Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication (hearing) and to make 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, including hot and cold temperatures
• Ability to climb occasionally, and work at various heights

Nice To Haves

• 6 months of construction related testing and inspection experience
• ACI Certification
• NECEPT Certification
• TXDOT Certification
• BS Civil Engineering

Responsibilities

• Operate testing equipment and conduct testing (e.g., Soil, concrete, or other).
• Provide assessment of data through reporting.
• Utilize drawings, specifications, and diagrams.
• Use specific methods and perform tasks to make detailed observations of site activities.
• Give limited interpretation of results.
• Maintain detailed documentation and data from test results.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life
• Disability
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous vacation / sick time (PTO)
• Tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

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