Field Testing Technician - Building and Construction

Field Technician II - York, Pennsylvania

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world's top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking a Field Testing Technician Level II to join our Field Testing team in York, Pennsylvania.

This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in the building enclosure testing industry!

Intertek's Building and Construction division is a suite of Intertek brands that are industry leaders across multiple architecture, engineering and construction disciplines, developing the most innovative product and project solutions.

Intertek's project-related assurance, testing, inspection and consulting services are the risk management and quality assurance partner you need to ensure the reliability, safety and performance of your new developments, existing assets and facilities.

What are we looking for?

The Field Technician will support the Building and Construction business by leading a crew and managing your own projects performing field testing.

We're looking for experienced individuals in the construction or testing industry; on the job training is provided.

This position provides opportunity for growth and development within the department and company.

Some basic project management and leadership skills preferred.

Company provided vehicles for travel to and from job sites.

This job requires travel most weeks (overnight and/or locally) Monday through Friday.

Shift/Schedule: Monday - Friday with travel most weeks.

1 st shift with occasional project requiring 2 nd shift.

Employees paid for all travel time.

What you'll do:


* Lead field testing projects, data collection and report writing


* Setting up for testing including rough carpentry work to construct test chambers


* Running equipment on the interior of the buildings and working with customers while testing occurs.


* Operating high reach lift equipment (boom lifts, supported and suspended scaffolding)


* Assisting with forensic investigations of building envelope failures (isolation work on exterior)


* Communicate with clients and project team regarding site observations and test preparation on all projects assigned


* Provide project planning once on site for needed elements such as water, electricity and access by communicating with clients and project team


* Expected to travel with overnight stays (company covers all travel expenses plus per diem)


* Ability to perform physical work relevant to areas of responsibility and as assigned

This position outline is a general guideline and does not represent all encompassing details.

The position assumes that the incumbent has both the mental and physical requirements to carry out the above defined duties.

Minimum Requirements and Qualifications:


* High school diploma or GED Equivalent


* 2+ years of hands-on experience in commercial construction, building envelope or fenestration


* Ability to learn the buil...