Geotechnical Field Technician - Construction Job Listing at Intertek in Columbus, OH (Job ID 9138)

Description

Engineer Technician - Geotechnical

PSI, an Intertek company, is searching for an Engineering Technician - Geotechnical to join our Building & Construction team in our Columbus, Ohio office.  This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in the architectural, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) industry!

How you'll make an impact at Intertek:

• Coordinate with clients, subcontractors, and PSI staff to execute field explorations work to project specifications.
• Performs a variety of assignments that include coordination of field activities with the home office, boring layout, utility clearance,  
• Prepares subsurface exploration field drilling logs
• Communicates effectively with client and project teams
• Works on one or multiple projects at a time
• May work both in the field and laboratory occasionally
• 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-year degree in Civil Engineering Technology, Construction or related degree from an accredited/ABET school is preferred
• Experience in Geotechnical Drilling Operations preferred
• 0-2 years' Experience with site subsurface explorations or related activities preferred
• Must have basic math, calculator, and computer skills
• Effective communication skills (written, verbal and listening) and solid interpersonal skills are required
• The ability to read and understand work plans is required
• Must be able to work off shift and overtime as needed
• Travel 10-20% of time
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record required

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, move, push and pull 30-50 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 (hot and cold)

Why work at Intertek?

PSI, an Intertek Company, is a leading provider of ATIC (Assurance, Testing, Inspection and Certification) Services. We are ranked #15 on the 2020 ENR list of Top 500 Design Firms, and are able to provide the architectural, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) industry with a full suite of capabilities both in the lab and on-site. From testing, inspection and certification services to building sciences solutions, the company delivers Total Quality Assurance to the built environment. 

Intertek is a world leader in the $250 billion Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. 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 What We Do.

What we have to offer:

 

When Working with Intertek, you can expect salary and benefit package competitively placed within the local market, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, tuition reimbursement and more.

Intertek is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, all hires are required to pass a pre-employment drug test.

Intertek believes that Our People are our strongest tool for success. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to veteran status or on the basis of disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

About Us

Intertek is a leading Total Quality Assurance provider to industries worldwide. Our network of more than 1,000 laboratories and offices in more than 100 countries, delivers innovative and bespoke Assurance, Testing, Inspection and Certification (ATIC) solutions for our customers' operations and supply chains. Working at Intertek means joining a global network of state-of-the-art facilities and passionate people who deliver superior customer service with a purpose of bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life. 

Intertek is a local provider of geotechnical explorations and engineering services in Central Ohio. PSI provides these services to a wide variety of national and local clients across a wide spectrum of business sectors including Utilities, Manufacturing, Industrial, Office/Retail, Transportation, Education, and State and Local Government. 

About the Team

The Building & Construction team provides assurance, testing, inspection, and certification services and building science solutions to deliver Total Quality Assurance to the built environment. The team offers the architectural, engineering and construction (A/E/C) industry with a full suite of capabilities both in the lab and on site.

Pay Range

$18 to $20 per hour

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