Technician I - Building and Construction

Technician

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world's top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking a Technician to join our Building and Construction team in West Palm Beach, FL 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 Technician will prepare, conduct, and report tests to industry standards in addition to developing and coordinating projects.

The Technician will be also be responsible for reading, understanding, and interpreting standards and test methods for conducting industry test methods on building products and assemblies to evaluate the performance, safety characteristics, and compliance to applicable standards.

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:


* Take full responsibility for assigned projects


* Manage all assigned jobs through Oasis (proposals, job progress, job notifications, invoicing, documentation of test data, reporting, job closure)


* Review and thoroughly understand contract requirements, and obtain authorization for and document any deviations


* Coordinate test schedule with equipment schedule and other department testing


* Set-up/mount and perform standard and advanced/specialty tests on building products in accordance with referenced specifications and procedures


* Check calibration status of test equipment prior to testing


* Analyze test results and write accurate and concise test reports that summarize the test procedures and results


* Communicate with clients regarding test preparation, procedures, and results


* Learn test standards and test procedures (e.g., AAMA, ASTM, NFPA, etc.)


* Perform other duties as assigned

What it takes to be successful in this role:


* High School Diploma or GED


* Degree in a technical field desired, or equivalent related experience


* Technical competency to understand and communicate test procedures, specifications, and results and possess a mechanical aptitude


* Familiarity with Quality Assurance policies and procedures which...