Building Science Test TechnicianTechnologist

Element is looking for a highly motivated Test Technician/Technologist to conduct various building performance tests including the setup and analysis of test results to well defined standards and/or standard operating procedures. This position involves sample preparation physical testing scheduling equipment maintenance / calibration client interaction and report writing.

Salary: $22- $30/hr DOE

Participates in client correspondence and project coordination
Coordinates testing of construction products building envelope assemblies including glazing systems
Understanding of test requirements as per relevant standards and specifications.
Involved in sample preparation test setup data collection & analysis.
Write technical reports complete with full specimen description relevant reference standard/specification and test results.
Purchase materials and maintain equipment.
Maintain equipment calibrations.

Completion of a University or College program in mechanical engineering material science or building construction
3 years of experience in a similar role
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Strong understanding of engineering concepts
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to focus on multiple projects at the same time
Computer proficiency (MS Office)
Experience with AutoCAD is an asset
Ability to take testing projects from initial set up to completion and ready for report writing
Ability to read and understand customer specifications and perform the testing required. May schedule customer visits for test review and customer resolution(s)
Ability set up and perform a variety of tests according to customer specifications under minimal supervision and technical input of a Senior/Principal Test Technician
Conduct safe material handling per Element guidelines.
Experience with common construction power tools.

At Element we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming the worlds most trusted testing partner.

All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work related criteria and without regard for the following: age disability ethnic origin gender marital status race religion responsibility of dependents sexual orientation or gender identity or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws.

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about discussed or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge (b) in furtherance of an investigation proceeding hearing or action including an investigation conducted by the employer or (c) consistent with the contractors legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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