ASSOCIATE TECHNICIAN - TECHNICIAN - Fire Technology

Who We Are

The Fire Resistance Section conducts large scale fire testing of items and assemblies for a wide range of industries including commercial construction, marine and automotive. Products are built, instrumented, and evaluated for their fire performance.

Role

Objectives of this Role:

• Work in fast-paced environment effectively in a group and independently with minimal supervision to perform a variety of fire tests.
• Support senior staff with fabrication, sample preparation, and test setups according to test standards, drawings, and written instructions.
• Perform program breakdown, basic equipment maintenance, and cleanup at the conclusion of each test program.
• Work in a safe manner by following safety practices and Environmental Management and Quality Systems.
  
  

Daily and Monthly Responsibilities:

• Use hand-held tools and power tools.
• Enter data into databases and use PC and PC applications, in particular Microsoft Word and Excel, as required to carry out job assignments.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and maintain test equipment as required.
• Work on multiple tasks productively and effectively in a team or as an individual contributor with limited direct supervision.
• Perform all tasks in a safe and efficient manner by following and adhering to safety practices, policies and procedures.
  
  

Requirements:

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Continuing education, trade school and or experience in construction knowledge is preferred.
• 1-5 years: Able to use hand-held tools and power tools. Basic knowledge of wood, metal and concrete construction practices and materials.
• Must be able to wear personal protective equipment, including respiratory equipment, operate forklift and drive Institute vehicles.
• Ability to tolerate work environment with exposure to heat, temperature extremes, noise, fumes and smoke. Able to work at heights on a ladder and/or boom lift.
• Must be dependable, reliable, detail-oriented, self-motivated, team player attitude, exercise good judgment, work safely and have good time management skills.
• A valid/clear driver's license is required.
  
  

Requirements

Special Requirements:

Must be a U.S. person (i.e., U.S. citizen, non-U.S. citizen national, lawful permanent resident, asylee, or refugee) due to ITAR work in section.

Job Locations: San Antonio, Texas

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