Building Science Test Technician​/Technologist

Overview
Element is looking for a highly motivated Test Technician/Technologist to conduct various building performance tests including the setup and analysis of test results to well defined standards and/or standard operating procedures. This position involves sample preparation, physical testing, scheduling, equipment maintenance / calibration, client interaction and report writing.

Salary: $22- $30/hr DOE

Responsibilities

Participates in client correspondence and project coordination

Coordinates testing of construction products, building envelope assemblies including glazing systems

Understanding of test requirements as per relevant standards and specifications

Involved in sample preparation, test setup, data collection & analysis

Write technical reports complete with full specimen description, relevant reference standard/specification, and test results

Purchase materials and maintain equipment

Maintain equipment calibrations

Skills / Qualifications

Completion of a University or College program in mechanical engineering, material science or building construction

3+ years of experience in a similar role

Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Strong understanding of engineering concepts

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Ability to focus on multiple projects at the same time

Computer proficiency (MS Office)

Experience with AutoCAD is an asset

Ability to take testing projects from initial set up to completion and ready for report writing

Ability to read and understand customer specifications and perform the testing required. May schedule customer visits for test review and customer resolution(s)

Ability to set up and perform a variety of tests according to customer specifications under minimal supervision and technical input of a Senior/Principal Test Technician

Conduct safe material handling per Element guidelines

Experience with common construction power tools

Diversity Statement
At Element, we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming 'the world’s most trusted testing partner'.

All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work related criteria and without regard for the following: age, disability, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, race, religion, responsibility of dependents, sexual orientation, or gender identity or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws.

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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