Construction Technician / Driver, Entry Level

Entry-level Technician / Driver

MT Group - an Intertek Company is searching for an Entry-level Technician / Driver to join our Building & Constructionteam in our Binghamton, NY office.

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.

What are we looking for?

The Technician / Driver will be trained to perform basic testing of soil, asphalt and concrete in the field under the direction of other technicians or engineering professionals to ensure that testing, sampling, or inspection is performed consistent with project specifications.

The technician will also drop off and pick up samples from different construction sites in the in the New York upstate area.

Salary & Benefits Information

The base wage or salary range for this position is $25.00 - $40.00 per hour.

Individual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related reasons.

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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:


* Pick up samples at various locations in the Upstate New York area and deliver them to the Binghamton office


* Learn to perform a variety of tests on construction materials including asphalt, soil and concrete using materials-testing equipment


* Perform field compaction testing, monitor paving operations and batch plant inspections


* Read construction documents to determine project details and specifications


* Neatly and accurately complete all required paperwork, including daily reports, test reports and timesheets - in a timely manner


* Record and report test results after performing mathematical calculations, making graphical solutions and graphical representations


* Communicate orally and in writing with engineers and staff members, agency representatives, contractors and business and property owners


* Perform maintenance/cleaning of equipment and calibration and adjustments as need


* Adhere to construction site safety guidelines and promotes a safe working environment

What it takes to be successful in this role:


* High school diploma or GED required


* Comfortable using MS Office applications (Word/Excel/Outlook)


* Must be punctual, reliable with good attention to detail


* Ability to climb ladders, bend, crawl, push and pull, stretch, sit, walk and stand for extended periods of time


* Ability to lift up to 50lbs
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