Test Technician

This role is an entry-level position focused on assisting with laboratory tasks. You will be responsible for preparing and tearing down test setups, handling materials, and maintaining a clean work environment. The role requires you to perform basic tests, accurately document procedures, and learn higher-level skills under supervision to advance your career.

Position Responsibilities: 

• Basic labor to setup and tear down test setups and fixtures. 
• Materials handling. 
• Cleanup and basic maintenance around lab. 
• Assist technicians at a higher level while learning laboratory skills to advance to the next level. 
• Learn to perform tasks at higher levels of responsibility under supervision. 
• Perform required documentation of test set-ups and test procedures. 
• Ability to judge test assembly workmanship and maintain consistent quality. 
• Ability to set up tests in a consistent and repeatable manner. 
• Perform less-defined tests that require moderate judgment and decision-making abilities. 
• Conduct testing in accordance with the requirements of published standards and/or company protocols. 
• Correctly document assembly components and create sketches as necessary for complete documentation. 
• Enter and review handwritten data into computer. 
• Learn to perform tasks at higher levels of responsibility under supervision. 
• Perform all work in accordance with ICC-ES quality, safety and technical procedures and notify supervisors when tasks cannot be completed in accordance with established procedures.
• Ability to run well-defined tests with little to no supervision while learning responsibilities and procedures of more complicated tests or assemblies. 
• Follow all ICC-ES laboratory safety protocols, PPE requirements, and quality procedures.
• Participate in training on ISO/IEC 17025 requirements and ICC-ES quality systems.
• Assist with sample tracking, labeling, and storage.
• Perform other duties, responsibilities, and special assignments as assigned.

Essential Skills and Education / Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent. 
• One year of experience in building construction or related industry.

Preferred indications of competence to fill the position:

• Basic knowledge of building construction, building materials, and construction tools and equipment.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to use hand and power tools safely.
• Ability to read and follow technical instructions, drawings, and safety procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and accurate data entry skills.
• Willingness to learn, take direction, and work as part of a team.

Physical requirements of role:

• Ability to stand, walk, and move continuously throughout the shift. 
• Must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds regularly. 
• Frequent bending, stooping, squatting, kneeling, and reaching overhead. 
• Manual dexterity for handling tools, equipment, and packaging materials. 
• Ability to operate forklifts, pallet jacks, or other warehouse machinery (if certified). 
• Tolerance for working in varying temperatures, including cold storage or outdoor areas. 
• Must be able to climb ladders or stairs as needed. 
• Visual and auditory acuity to identify safety hazards and follow instructions.
• Must wear personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gloves, safety glasses, and steel-toed boots.

Disclaimer: This description is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. The company reserves the right to change or add duties to this position as business needs require.

Benefits:

ICC Family of Solutions offers a competitive starting salary and comprehensive benefits package that includes paid vacation and sick time, health/dental/vision insurance, 401k with generous company match immediately vested, company paid basic life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage. Additional voluntary benefit offerings are available such as critical illness insurance, flexible spending accounts, and pet insurance. 

ICC considers its employees to be its most valuable resource and the driving force behind ongoing growth and innovation. To foster this belief, the company provides programs that encourage professional development, support advancement opportunities from within, and acknowledge outstanding achievements.