Laboratory Test Technician

Twining, Inc.•Fountain Valley, CA

4d•$20 - $23

About The Position

Twining Consulting Inc., an engineering, testing, and inspection company, is seeking a Laboratory Test Technician for its facility in Fountain Valley, California. The technician performs testing of building products and materials in laboratory and field settings within a construction environment. The role includes preparing test assemblies, operating testing equipment, setting up instrumentation, documenting results, and communicating with clients and project teams. The position may require extended or nontraditional hours as needed.

Requirements

Experience in general construction, a trade, the military, or a commercial laboratory.
Demonstrated technical aptitude.
Competence with hand and power tools.
Comfort working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Ability to frequently lift 30 to 50 pounds and occasionally lift more than 50 pounds with assistance.
Ability to walk and stand for long periods.
Ability to hear audible distinctions and communicate audibly.
Ability to squat, kneel, and bend down.
Ability to climb up to 40 feet while following safety precautions.
Comfort with testing at multiple building heights using lifts, swing stages, and scaffolding.
Valid driver's license and good driving history.
Basic computer skills for preparing test reports, including word processing and spreadsheets.
Ability to perform basic mathematical functions using a calculator.
Safety-oriented approach to work.

Nice To Haves

Window installation or fabrication experience.
Welding experience.

Responsibilities

Set up and perform standard tests on building products according to referenced specifications and procedures.
Work in laboratory and field settings in a construction environment.
Use tools to set up and deconstruct test assemblies.
Fabricate test items using construction materials such as glass, wood, steel, aluminum, and plastics.
Operate testing equipment to test windows, doors, curtain walls, storefronts, skylights, and other building materials and products.
Prepare and submit electronic daily test and observation reports, including hours worked on projects.
Set up instrumentation.
Communicate effectively with clients and project teams.
Use basic word-processing and spreadsheet skills to prepare test reports.
Maintain detailed documentation and data from test results.
Use a calculator to perform basic mathematical functions.
Follow safety and precautionary measures.
Work extended or nontraditional hours as needed.