Door Hardware Testing Technician

Door Hardware Testing 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 Door Hardware Testing Technician to join our Building and Construction team in Middleton, WI.

This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in our Building Materials 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 Door Hardware Testing Technician is responsible for performing standard testing and evaluation on a variety of products and for preparing technical reports.

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:


* Setting up test apparatus for Door Hardware testing (Hinges, door closers, door locks, and deadbolts)


* Building simple test fixtures


* Preparing test samples which may include assembly tasks


* Operating test equipment


* Obtaining and recording test data in accordance with standards


* Analyze test data and performing routing calculations


* Prepare technical reports


* Maintaining equipment and facilities


* Performing other work as required

What it takes to be successful in this role:


* High school diploma or equivalent


* Forklift operator experience preferred


* 0-3 years directly related experience


* Ability to utilize basic shop equipment and various hand tools


* Mechanical aptitude, Carpentry, and/or Facility Maintenance skills


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


* Ability to apply common-sense understanding to carry out simple one or two step instructions


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


* Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment


* Physical dexterity to execute precise tasks using delicate materials and equipment


* Physical ability to routinely lift at least 50 pounds


* Physical ability to sit, stand, crouch, bend, climb stairs and ladders, crawl, push, pull, etc.

as required to perform job duties


* Strong communication skills, in both verbal and written formats
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