Entry-Level Field Technician - Construction Materials Testing

Overview

Entry-Level Field Technician - Construction Materials Testing – Jacksonville, Florida

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world’s top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking a Field Technician to join our Professional Services Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) team in Jacksonville, FL. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in the architectural, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) industry. 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 services, environmental engineering, industrial hygiene, and specialty testing.

The 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. This position may require occasional work in local chemical plants. Responsibilities include operating testing equipment, conducting testing (e.g., soil, concrete or other), and providing assessment of data through reporting; utilizing drawings, specifications, and diagrams; performing tasks to make detailed observations of site activities and providing limited interpretation of results;

maintaining detailed documentation and data from test results; and reporting to clients on jobsites to perform concrete/soil testing and inspection, pick up concrete/soil samples, and perform laboratory testing on concrete/soil samples.

Sample responsibilities include:

• Operate testing equipment and conduct testing (example: soil, concrete or other) and provide assessment of data through reporting
• Utilize drawings, specifications, and diagrams
• Use specific methods and perform tasks to make detailed observations of site activities and give limited interpretation of results
• Maintain detailed documentation and data from test results
• Report to clients on jobsites to perform concrete/soil testing and inspection, pick-up samples, and perform laboratory testing on concrete/soil samples

• Valid driver’s license and reliable driving record
• Must be able to pass a plant background and hair follicle drug test
• Must be able to work off shift and overtime as needed
• Ability to lift, move, push and pull 30 to 50 pounds frequently; occasionally over 50 pounds with assistance
• Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and to make 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
• Ability to work overnight hours and off shift

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Construction Material Testing (CMT) experience
• Industry relevant certifications preferred - ACI, ICC, FDOT

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. For certain safety-sensitive roles, a pre-employment drug screen will be required. Based on local law and legislation, marijuana may be included in that screening.

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.

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