Field Technician I - Construction Materials Testing
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Field Technician I - Construction Materials Testing
Professional Service Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) is looking for a Field Technician I to join our Building & Construction team in Kansas City, KS.
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:
- High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred
- No experience required - WE WILL TRAIN
- Experience performing construction materials testing is prefferred
- ACI Certification is preferred
- Valid Driver's License and reliable driving record is required
- Effective communication skills (written, verbal and listening) and solid interpersonal skills are required
- External (or task related) certifications based on region and state may be required
- Basic math, calculator, and computer skills are required
- The ability to read and understand work plans is required
- Must be able to work off shift and overtime as needed
Why work for Intertek-PSI?
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.
Intertek-PSI is a part of Intertek's Building and Construction division, 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 is a leading global provider of Total Quality Assurance services for a multitude of industries. Through a comprehensive network of over 1,000 laboratories and offices situated in over 100 countries, Intertek provides innovative and tailored Assurance, Testing, Inspection, and Certification (ATIC) solutions for its clients' operations and supply chains. 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 and Generate a tailored application kit with a matched cover letter, interview prep, and CV highlights — in under 60 seconds. Free account required — sign up in 30sApply for this role