Technician, Building Materials Testing

Technician

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world's top-recognized brands and companies, is actively searching for a Building Materials Testing Technician to join our Building & Construction team in our Elmendorf, TX office.

This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in our acoustic testing lab.

The Building & Construction team provides assurance, testing, inspection, and certification services and building science solutions to deliver Total Quality Assurance to the built environment.

The team offers the architectural, engineering and construction (A/E/C) industry with a full suite of capabilities both in the lab and on site.

Building Products Testing Solutions

From code compliance to performance testing to product certification - our commitment is to build a lasting partnership with our customers.

We enable them to work with a single source to get their product the market access success they need.

What are we looking for?

The Building Materials Technician will support the Building and Construction business by performing fire testing of building materials as per standard methods or procedures, recording data, and performing routine calculations.

Equipment and test methods are specified, and routine procedures are followed.

We're looking for someone with ability to read, interpret and understand standard test methods, Quality policy manuals, safety rules, and procedure manuals.

Salary & Benefits Information

In addition to competitive compensation packages, when working with Intertek you can expect benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, generous vacation / sick time (PTO), tuition reimbursement and more.

What you'll do:


* Set up test apparatus, operate equipment, main equipment and facilities


* Prepare test samples


* Small, intermediate, and large-scale specimen preparation


* Assist with client product installation (when needed)


* Read, understand and interpret client and manager provided installation drawings and procedures


* Work with the Project Manager, technicians and clients to ensure the preparation of all project details are complete to satisfaction


* Follow all health safety and housekeeping policies, including keeping the work area organized


* Implement ideas and execute practices to ensure safety , reliability, improved quality, reduce costs and comply with company policies


* Perform other duties as assigned

What it takes to be successful in this role:


* High school diploma or GED required


* Ability to utilize basic shop equipment and various hand tools


* Ability to review, understand, and convey technical information in an effective manner


* Ability to apply common-sense understanding to carry out test instructions


* Ability to deal with standardized situations with only occasional or no variables


* Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-taski...