Field Engineering Technician II – Construction Materials Testing

$750 SIGNING BONUS AVAILABLE

Intertek, a Nationally Recognized Testing Lab (NRTL) and leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world’s leading brands and companies, is actively seeking a Field Engineering Technician II to join our Professional Services Industries Inc. (Intertek-PSI) team in Columbia, South Carolina. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in the architectural, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) 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.

Professional Service Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) is a leading US based provider of construction assurance, testing and inspection in civil and commercial construction. Our broad service offering includes construction materials testing, geotechnical engineering services, environmental engineering, industrial hygiene, and specialty testing.

What are we looking for?

The Engineering Technician is responsible for performing field inspections and construction materials testing as needed to ensure conformance with construction plans and specifications. The Technician is also responsible for preparing inspection daily reports and testing data sheets.

About the Intertek-PSI Team

Professional Service Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) is a leading US based provider of assurance, testing, inspection, and consulting solutions in civil and commercial construction. Our broad service offering includes construction materials testing, geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, industrial hygiene, and specialty testing. Through these risk management and quality assurance services, we ensure the reliability, safety and performance of our client’s new developments, existing assets, and facilities.

What you’ll do:

• Performs a variety of testing, project specific observations and site assessment duties under general supervision and/or from detailed controlled procedures.

• Operates testing equipment and conducts testing (example: Soil, concrete or other) and provides assessment of data through reporting.

• Works utilizing drawings, specifications, and diagrams.

• Uses specific methods to observe site activities and perform tasks.

• Makes detailed observations and gives limited interpretation of results.

• Maintains detailed documentation and data from test results.

• Operates a calculator to calculate mathematical test results.

• Communicates effectively with client and project teams.

• Must be aware of, and adhere to, safety practices and policies to ensure your own safety, as well as the safety of others who may be affected by your actions at work.

What it takes to be successful in this role:

• 2 or more years of laboratory and/or field construction materials testing experience is required

• ACI Concrete I Certification required

• Must have Basic Math, Calculator and Computer Skills

• Ability to communicate and interact effectively in verbal & written communication

• Must be able to read and understand work plans

• Must be able to work off shifts and overtime

• Valid Driver’s License and reliable driving record (required)

• Must be able to work off shift and overtime as needed

  Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift, move, push, and pull up to 50 pounds if needed. 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 (hot and cold)

• Ability to climb occasionally

Preferred Requirements and Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED is preferred

• APNGA Nuclear Guage Safety Class Certification is preferred

• OSHA 10 preferred

Intertek: Total Quality. Assured.

Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. With passion, pace, and precision we work to exceed our customers’ expectations, while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and professional growth.

Intertek is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, certain positions may be required to pass a pre-employment drug test based on the type of work that will be performed.

We Value Diversity

Intertek’s network of phenomenal people are our greatest assets, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email hr.eeo@intertek.com or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.

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*Intertek does not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies and will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.