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Technician (Coquitlam)

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POSTED: 2012-02-21 15:15:23 - (2 months and 28 days ago)

Intertek is a leading international provider of quality and safety services to a wide range of global and local industries, employing over 30,000 employees worldwide.

Intertek Commercial & Electrical provides safety testing and certification services to a variety of industries including wireless technology, security, home appliances, industrial, medical, telecommunications, automotive, building products and electronics.

Job Title: Technician

Job Location: Coquitlam, British Columbia

The opportunity has arisen for a Technician to join this global organization which respects diverse perspectives, experiences and traditions as essential, and values each employee's contribution towards achieving our business objectives.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION of RESPONSBILITY
This position is responsible for providing technical support for engineering staff, including performing duties related to testing. This position works under direct supervision.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
Listed examples are illustrative and representative of the tasks required of this position and are not intended to be complete or exclusive.
•Setting up test apparatus
•Operating equipment
•Maintaining equipment and facilities
•Preparing test samples
•Obtaining and recording test data in accordance with standards
•Performing basic analysis of test data and routine calculations
•May draft technical reports
•May extract and compile engineering data
•May prepare project files for compliance with operating procedures
•May make recommendations regarding technical decisions relating to the interpretation and applicability of test standards
•May communicate with clients and management
•Performing other work as required

QUALIFICATIONS
•High school diploma or equivalent
•3-5 years directly related experience
•Ability to utilize basic shop equipment and various hand tools
•Ability to review, understand, and convey technical information in an effective manner
•Ability to apply common-sense understanding to carry out simple one or two step instructions
•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

Intertek offers a culture motivated, customer-oriented environment where employees can flourish, experience professional fulfillment, and reach their highest potential.

Location: Coquitlam Compensation: tbd Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster. Please, no phone calls about this job! Please do not contact job poster about other services, products or commercial interests.