Senior Field Technician - Construction Materials Testing
About the role
Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions, is actively seeking a Senior Field Technician to join our Professional Services Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) team in Houston, Texas. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in the architectural, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) industry.
Responsibilities
The Senior Field Technician is responsible for performing a variety of testing, project-specific observations, and site assessment duties under general supervision and/or from detailed controlled procedures.
- Operate, maintain and calibrate testing equipment and conduct soil and/or concrete testing and provide an assessment of data through reporting
- Utilize drawings, specifications and diagrams
- Read and interpret plans and specifications
- Use specific methods to observe site activities and perform tasks and complex assignments
- Make detailed observations, give interpretation of results, maintain detailed documentation and data from test results
- Communicate effectively with client and project teams and attend project meetings
Requirements
The following are the minimum requirements for the position:
- 5 years' experience as a field technician / inspector in construction materials testing
- NICET Level II OR TXDOT Level 1A, 1B AND SB102 certifications
- Valid driver’s license and reliable driving record
- Ability to travel up to 25%
- Ability to work off shifts and overtime
- Ability to lift, move, push and pull up to 50 pounds frequently; Occasionally, over 50 pounds with assistance
- Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, (hearing) and to make the discriminations in sound
- Ability to kneel and squat occasionally
- Ability to walk and stand for long periods of time
- Ability to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions, including hot and cold temperatures
- Ability to climb occasionally, and work at various heights
Preferred Qualifications
- High School diploma or equivalent
- NICET Level II Soil, Concrete, & Asphalt ICC and PT Level I / Level II
Benefits
In addition to competitive compensation packages, Intertek offers benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, generous vacation / sick time (PTO), tuition reimbursement and more.