Construction Technician – Construction Materials Testing

Overview

Construction Technician – Construction Materials Testing – Hudson, Florida. Intertek, a Nationally Recognized Testing Lab (NRTL) and leading provider of quality and safety solutions, is actively seeking an Entry-Level Field Technician to join our Building & Construction team in Hudson, Florida. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in the architectural, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) industry. Intertek’s Building & Construction division is a suite of brands that are industry leaders across multiple architecture, engineering, and construction disciplines, offering project-related assurance, testing, inspection, and consulting services to help ensure the reliability, safety, and performance of developments, assets, and facilities.

Professional Service Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) is a leading US-based provider of assurance, testing, inspection, and consulting solutions in civil and commercial construction.

The Construction Technician role performs a variety of testing, project-specific observations and site assessment duties under direct supervision and/or from detailed controlled procedures.

• Performs a variety of testing, project-specific observations and site assessment duties under direct 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 provides 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.

• 2 or more years of field construction materials testing / inspection experience is required.
• Must have basic math, calculator and computer skills.
• Ability to communicate and interact effectively in verbal and written communication.
• Must be able to read and understand work plans.
• Must be able to work off shifts and overtime.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable driving record (required).

• 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 (hot and cold).
• Ability to climb occasionally.

• H.S. Diploma or GED, preferred.
• Industry certifications – ACI/ICC/FDOT – are preferred.

Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. With passion, pace, and precision we work to exceed our customers’ expectations, while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and professional growth.

Intertek is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, certain positions may be required to pass a pre-employment drug test based on the type of work that will be performed.

We Value Diversity

Intertek’s network of phenomenal people are our greatest assets, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

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