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Intertek Lab Technician - Building Products in Kent, Washington
Lab Technician - Building Products
Intertek is searching for a Lab Technician to join our Building & Construction* *team in our *Kent, WA *office. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in building products and fenestration!
The Lab Technician is responsible for testing windows and doors in accordance with applicable standards.
What you'll do:
- Take responsibility for entry level testing projects under direct supervision as assigned, until signed off to perform testing independently
- Manage all assigned jobs through Oasis (proposals, job progress, job notifications, invoicing, documentation of test data, reporting, job closure)
- Review and thoroughly understand contract requirements, and obtain authorization for and document any deviations
- Coordinate test schedule with equipment schedule and other department testing
- Track and condition test specimens
- Set-up/mount and perform standard tests on building products in accordance with referenced specifications and procedures
- Check calibration status of test equipment prior to testing
- Analyze test results and write accurate and concise test reports that summarize the test procedures and results
- Communicate with clients regarding test preparation, procedures, and results
- Learn test standards and test procedures (e.g., AAMA, ASTM, NFPA, etc.)
- Assist in all areas of testing to gain experience
- Remove specimens and discard; store samples
- Perform shipping and receiving duties, as needed
- Maintain tools and equipment; inventory supplies; maintain cleanliness of work area
- Computer modelling of building mock-ups and test chambers, if designated as CAD operator
- Perform other work as required
What it takes to be successful in this role:
- High School Diploma or GED, Associate's Degree in a technical field desired, or equivalent related experience
- Technical competency to understand and communicate test procedures, specifications, and results and possess a mechanical aptitude
- Familiarity with (or possess the ability to learn) Quality Assurance policies and procedures which relate to the control, storage, and disposition of test specimens
- General construction/carpentry knowledge and experience using power tools
- Physical ability to routinely lift at least 50 pounds
- Physical ability to sit, stand, crouch, bend, climb stairs and ladders, crawl, push, pull, etc. as required to perform job duties
- Ability to follow directions and work under supervision
- Excellent customer service skills
- Strong communication skills -- both written and oral
- Good computer skills using Word and Excel, and AutoCAD if applicable
- Ability to travel as business needs dictate