Geotechnical Lab Technician

Professional Service Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) is looking for a Lab Technician I to join our Building & Construction team in Houston, Texas. 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. **Geotechnical Lab Technician - Houston, Texas** Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world’s top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking an **Geotechnical Lab Technician** to join our Professional Services Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) team in **Houston, Texas**. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in the architectural, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) 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 Lab Technician** is responsible for performing a variety of construction materials testing, project specific observations and site assessment duties under general supervision and/or form detailed controlled procedures. 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:** - Operate testing equipment and conduct geotechnical lab testing, (example: Atterberg Limits, Sieve Analysis, Unconfined Compressive (UC) strength test, Triaxial tests (UU, CU), Swell test, permeability tests etc.) independently or with minimum help. - Utilize drawings, specifications, and diagrams to complete work - Maintain and calibrate standard equipment - 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:** - At least 1 year of geotechnical laboratory testing experience. Construction experience is not considered. - ASTM soil lab testing experience - Valid driver’s license and reliable driving record - Must be able to work off shift and overtime as needed - Ability to lift, move, push and pull 30 to 50 pounds frequently; Occasionally, over 50 pounds with assistance - 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 - Ability to climb occasionally, and work at various heights - Ability to work over night hours and off shift **Preferred Requirements & Qualifications:** - High School Diploma or equivalent - Geotechnical/CMT laboratory experience preferred - ACI Certification preferred - Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn **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 th…