Field Technician - Building and Construction
Intertek is searching for a Field Technician to join our Building &
Construction team in our South East Region area. The Technician will
assist with field testing and building inspections. We’re looking for entry
level and/or experienced technicians; on the job training is provided. This
position provides opportunity for growth and development with the department and
company. You will need to have some basic construction or carpentry skills
(tape measure, saw, screw gun, etc). Any previous commercial construction
experience is a plus. Company provided vehicles. This job requires travel most
weeks Monday through Friday.
This position offers candidates the ability to work from home as well as at
client locations in the Southeast region of the U.S.
What you’ll do:
Field testing projects and building inspections as assigned
Forensic investigations of building envelope failures
Communicate with clients and project team regarding site observations, test
preparation, procedures, results, and reporting matters Prepare and submit
accurate and concise reports on all projects assigned
Provide project coordination including planning, scheduling, execution and
reporting
Consistent and professional interaction and communication with clients and
project team
What it takes to be successful in this role:
High school diploma or GED, Associate degree in a technical field preferred
Construction experience preferred (general knowledge of basic construction
and carpentry skills)
Ability or willingness to learn how to use power tools
Ability to learn the building envelope including wall cladding systems,
curtain wall, window and door systems, waterproofing, roofing, etc. and their
installation means and methods
Working knowledge of test methods and standards associated with testing of
these systems or the ability to learn and comprehend these standards
Aptitude for working independently on assigned projects
Technical competency and ability to effectively communicate with customers
and co-workers, both in writing and orally
Ability to develop and maintain good rapport with clients and subcontractors
Strong planning and organizational skills with the ability to meet changing
priorities and strict deadlines
Effective communication skills with the ability to develop and maintain good
rapport with clients, designers, contractors, etc
Good computer skills – Microsoft Office & Outlook
Ability to perform work from ladders, boom-lifts, roof levels, etc
Ability to routinely lift a minimum of 50 pounds, climb stairs and ladders,
bend, crawl, push and pull as needed
Willingness to travel 75% of the time or more
Valid driver’s license and reliable driving record (required)
Ability to pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen
Why work at Intertek?
Intertek is a world leader in the $250 billion Quality Assurance market, with a
proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused
operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. At Intertek, we exercise
our spirit of innovation, the passion of our people and our unmatched customer
commitment to realize our purpose of making the world an ever better, safer, and
more sustainable place for all. Learn more about Our History
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What We Do [https://www.intertek.com/what-we-do/].
What we have to offer:
When Working with Intertek
[https://www.intertek.com/careers/north-america/working-with-intertek/], you can
expect salary and benefit package competitively placed within the local market,
including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match,
tuition reimbursement and more.
Intertek is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, all hires are
required to pass a pre-employment drug test.
Intertek believes that Our People
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our strongest tool for success. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer
[https://www.intertek.com/careers/eeo-diversity/] and do not discriminate
against applicants due to veteran status or on the basis of disability. All
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to
race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, or gender
identity.
For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, or
who need assistance applying, please email intertekhrusa@intertek.com
[intertekhrusa@intertek.com] or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a
member of the HR Department.
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Intertek is a leading Total Quality Assurance provider to industries worldwide.
Our network of more than 1,000 laboratories and offices in more than 100
countries, delivers innovative and bespoke Assurance, Testing, Inspection and
Certification (ATIC) solutions for our customers' operations and supply chains.
Working at Intertek means joining a global network of state-of-the-art
facilities and passionate people who deliver superior customer service with a
purpose of bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life.
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.