Senior Technician - Fridley, MN

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world's top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking a Senior Technician to join our Building & Construction team in Fridley, MN. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in the Testing, Inspection, and Certification (TIC) industry.

Intertek's Building and Construction division is 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's project-related assurance, testing, inspection and consulting services are the risk management and quality assurance partner you need to ensure the reliability, safety and performance of your new developments, existing assets and facilities. Intertek is continually innovating and evolving to reduce risk for consumers, brands and organizations in every sector and industry around the world. We go beyond Testing, Inspection and Certification of products: we are a Total Quality Assurance Provider to industries worldwide. Our Purpose: Bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life.

What are we looking for?

The Senior Technician is responsible for supporting the Building & Construction business by managing larger scale mock-up projects as well as various fenestration related programs. We're looking for a technically inclined candidate who will follow and enforce all safety requirements and company policies while providing exceptional customer service.

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:

• Set up test apparatus and operate equipment
• Maintain equipment and facilities
• Prepare test samples/structures
• Obtain and record test data in accordance with standards
• Perform basic analysis of test data and routine calculations
• Extract and compile engineering data and draft technical reports
• Prepare project files for compliance with operating procedures
• Make recommendations regarding technical decisions relating to the interpretation and applicability of test standards
• Communicate with clients and management
• Perform other work as required

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:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 3-5 years of construction related experience
• Ability to lead personnel to achieve expected results
• Ability to operate heavy equipment (forklift, aerial work platforms, telehandler, etc.) equipment and various hand tools
• Ability to weld and/or learn on the job to become proficient in metal fabrication and erection
• Ability to review, understand and convey technical information in an effective manner
• Ability to read blueprints and drawings, and build walls/assemblies per the construction documentation
• Ability to deal with standardized situations with only occasional or no variables
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong communication skills, in both verbal and written formats
• Microsoft Office software expertise, including Word, Excel and Outlook
• Physical ability to routinely lift at least 50 pounds
• Physical ability to sit, stand, crouch, bend, climb stairs and ladders, push, pull etc. as required to perform duties
• Ability to travel (10 - 15%)
• Valid driver's license and reliable driving record is required

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 hr.eeo@intertek.com or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.

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