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Geotechnical Field/Laboratory Technician - Dallas, Texas

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world’s top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking a highly motivated Geotechnical Field/Laboratory Technician to join our Professional Services Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) team in Dallas, Texas. This is a fantastic opportunity to learn a versatile skills in the engineering, and construction industry.

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 services, environmental engineering, industrial hygiene, and specialty testing.

What are we looking for?

The Geotechnical Field/Laboratory Technician is responsible for performing a variety of laboratory testing, site assessment and engineering duties under general supervision.

Salary & Benefits Information:

In addition to competitive compensation packages, when working with Intertek you can expect benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, generous vacation / sick time (PTO), tuition reimbursement and more.

What you’ll do:

+ Assist in classifying soil samples and various geotechnical laboratory testing

+ Assist in preparing work order for drilling operation

+ Assist the drilling team with staking and field logging

+ Assist in field geophysical testing

+ Operate testing equipment and conduct testing (example: Soil, concrete or other) and provide assessment of data through reporting

+ 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

This position outline is a general guideline and does not represent all encompassing details. The position assumes that the incumbent has both the mental and physical requirements to carry out the above defined duties.

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:

+ 1 year Geotechnical / Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Field / Lab technician experience

+ Valid driver’s license and reliable driving record

+ Ability to lift, move, push and pull 30 to 50 pounds frequently

+ 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

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

Preferred Requirements & Qualifications:

+ High School Diploma or GED equivalent

+ ACI Certification

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 [email protected] 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.