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Safety Technician I - Lake Forest, California

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world's top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking a Safety Technician I to join our Electrical team in Lake Forest, California. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in the certification industry.   

Intertek's Electrical business line applies more than 100 years of product testing expertise to quickly and efficiently help clients meet safety, performance, environmental and quality requirements for every market. Spanning a wide range of industries such as Medical, Lighting, Renewable Energy, HVACR, Appliances & Electronics, Hazardous Locations, Industrial Equipment, Life Safety & Security, IT & Telecom Equipment, Intertek's global network of laboratories employ world-class experts in their fields who deliver quality, accurate testing and certification that continually exceeds our clients' expectations and helps to clear a path for their product's success. Intertek is continually innovating and evolving to reduce risk for consumers, brands and organizations in every sector and industry around the world. We go beyond Testing, Inspection and Certification of products: we are a Total Quality Assurance Provider to industries worldwide. Our Purpose: Bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life.

What are we looking for?

The Safety Technician I is responsible for supporting engineers for testing and equipment/lab maintenance. This position will travel at least 25% of the time.

Salary & Benefits Information

The base wage or salary range for this position is $24.00 - $30.00. Individual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related reasons. 

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:

• Set up tests, test equipment and test apparatus.
• Prepare test samples.
• Perform basic analysis of test data and routine calculations.
• Interact with customers in a professional manner including appearance and attitude
• Diligent safety practices, have knowledge of OSHA standards, and use of safety equipment as required by management
• Work closely with engineers and take directions to complete projects within certain policies and procedures
• Daily cleanup and maintenance of labs, testing equipment, samples, and organize all tools and materials
• Attend mandatory training sessions on new products, installation methodology, and safety.
• Troubleshoot, test, repair, and service technical equipment.
• Obtaining and recording test data in accordance with standards
• Performing basic analysis of test data and routine calculations
• Perform other work as required.

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:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Entry Level - No experience required

• Must possess a valid unrestricted driver's license and clean driving record

• Computer skills: MS Word, MS Excel, MS Teams, MS Outlook
• Strong communication skills, in both verbal and written formats
• Ability to work in fast-paced, multi-tasking environment with shifting priorities and demanding deadlines
• Strong hands-on skills. Ability to use basic shop equipment and various hand tools to build up the setup with wood or hardware
• 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
• Must be detailed-oriented and able to effectively prioritize and organize workload, with efficient time management
• Ability to communicate and interact effectively in verbal written and presentation formats
• Customer-focused and quality-driven
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs
• Be aware of, and adhere to, safety practices and policies to ensure your own safety, as well as the safety of others who may be affected by your actions at work
• Able to travel at least 25% of the time

Preferred Requirements & Qualifications:

• Trade school certification or associate's degree in electrical and/or mechanical field
• NRTL safety certification experience
• Experience with PCB soldering, electrical wiring and/or plumbing/HVAC system
• 1+ years of relatable experience in the certification industry

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 their performance and professional growth.

Intertek is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, certain positions may be required to pass a pre-employment drug test based on the type of work that will be performed.

We Value Diversity

Intertek's network of phenomenal people are our greatest assets, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email intertekhrusa@intertek.com or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.

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*Intertek does not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies and will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. 

Intertek is a leading Total Quality Assurance provider to industries worldwide. Our network of more than 1,000 laboratories and offices in more than 100 countries, delivers innovative and bespoke Assurance, Testing, Inspection and Certification (ATIC) solutions for our customers' operations and supply chains. Working at Intertek means joining a global network of state-of-the-art facilities and passionate people who deliver superior customer service with a purpose of bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life. Backed by 125 years' experience, Intertek's Electrical team provides assurance, testing, inspection and certification for a variety of electric products, including appliances, consumer electronics, lighting, medical devices, information communications technology, HVACR, industrial, and energy transmission and distribution. Our dedicated professionals help ensure the quality, safety, and sustainability of electrical products used by people throughout the world.