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Technician roles in fields like electronics, lab science, and manufacturing often qualify for CPT when the hands-on work ties directly to your engineering, applied science, or technology curriculum. Your DSO must authorize each position before you start, confirming the role integrates with your degree program requirements.
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Get Access To All JobsTemporary Engineering Technician – Tukwila, Washington
Part-Time and Full-Time positions available
Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world’s top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking a Temporary Engineering Technician to join our Professional Services Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) team in Tukwila, Washington. This is a fantastic opportunity to learn versatile skills in the architectural, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) industry.
Professional Service Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) is a leading US based provider of construction assurance, testing and inspection in civil and commercial construction. Our broad service offering includes construction materials testing, geotechnical services, environmental engineering, industrial hygiene, and specialty testing.
What are we looking for?
The Temporary Engineering Technician is responsible for performing a variety of testing, project specific observations and site assessment duties under general supervision and/or from detailed controlled procedures.
Salary & Benefits Information:
The base wage or salary range for this position is $18 p/h - $25 p/h. 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:
- Operate testing equipment and conduct testing (example: Soil, concrete or other) and provide assessment of data through reporting
- Utilize drawings, specifications, and diagrams
- Use specific methods and perform tasks to make detailed observations of site activities and give limited interpretation of results
- Maintain detailed documentation and data from test results
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 equivalent required
- Valid driver’s license and reliable driving record
- Must be able to work off shift and overtime as needed
- Ability to lift, move, push and pull 30 to 50 pounds frequently; Occasionally, over 50 pounds with assistance
- Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, (hearing) and to make the discriminations in sound
- Ability to kneel and squat occasionally
- Ability to walk and stand for long periods of time
- Ability to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions, including hot and cold temperatures
- Ability to climb occasionally, and work at various heights
- Ability to work overnight hours and off shift
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. For certain safety-sensitive roles, a pre-employment drug screen will be required. Based on local law and legislation, marijuana may be included in that screening.
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 hr.eeo@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.
The Building & Construction team provides assurance, testing, inspection, and certification services and building science solutions to deliver Total Quality Assurance to the built environment. The team offers the architectural, engineering and construction (A/E/C) industry with a full suite of capabilities both in the lab and on site. 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.
Temporary Engineering Technician – Tukwila, Washington
Part-Time and Full-Time positions available
Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world’s top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking a Temporary Engineering Technician to join our Professional Services Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) team in Tukwila, Washington. This is a fantastic opportunity to learn versatile skills in the architectural, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) industry.
Professional Service Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) is a leading US based provider of construction assurance, testing and inspection in civil and commercial construction. Our broad service offering includes construction materials testing, geotechnical services, environmental engineering, industrial hygiene, and specialty testing.
What are we looking for?
The Temporary Engineering Technician is responsible for performing a variety of testing, project specific observations and site assessment duties under general supervision and/or from detailed controlled procedures.
Salary & Benefits Information:
The base wage or salary range for this position is $18 p/h - $25 p/h. 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:
- Operate testing equipment and conduct testing (example: Soil, concrete or other) and provide assessment of data through reporting
- Utilize drawings, specifications, and diagrams
- Use specific methods and perform tasks to make detailed observations of site activities and give limited interpretation of results
- Maintain detailed documentation and data from test results
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 equivalent required
- Valid driver’s license and reliable driving record
- Must be able to work off shift and overtime as needed
- Ability to lift, move, push and pull 30 to 50 pounds frequently; Occasionally, over 50 pounds with assistance
- Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, (hearing) and to make the discriminations in sound
- Ability to kneel and squat occasionally
- Ability to walk and stand for long periods of time
- Ability to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions, including hot and cold temperatures
- Ability to climb occasionally, and work at various heights
- Ability to work overnight hours and off shift
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. For certain safety-sensitive roles, a pre-employment drug screen will be required. Based on local law and legislation, marijuana may be included in that screening.
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 hr.eeo@intertek.com or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.
#LI-LM1
CA-LM
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.
The Building & Construction team provides assurance, testing, inspection, and certification services and building science solutions to deliver Total Quality Assurance to the built environment. The team offers the architectural, engineering and construction (A/E/C) industry with a full suite of capabilities both in the lab and on site. 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.
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Get Access To All JobsTechnician CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Technician jobs qualify for CPT authorization?
Yes, provided the role directly integrates with your academic program. A lab technician position tied to a chemistry or biotech degree qualifies; the same title at an unrelated employer typically doesn't. Your DSO evaluates the specific duties and employer, not just the job title, so a detailed written job description from the hiring manager is essential before your school issues CPT authorization.
Can I do full-time CPT as a Technician without losing OPT eligibility?
Full-time CPT (20 or more hours per week) is permitted but carries a cost: 12 or more months of full-time CPT eliminates your OPT eligibility entirely. Part-time CPT, under 20 hours weekly, doesn't affect OPT regardless of how many semesters you use it. If the Technician role requires full-time hours, weigh that tradeoff carefully with your DSO before accepting.
How do I find Technician employers familiar with CPT hiring?
Migrate Mate lets you filter Technician-adjacent roles by employer LCA filing history, which signals that a company already understands work-authorization processes. Labs, manufacturers, and engineering firms that regularly file Labor Condition Applications with DOL tend to have HR teams experienced with CPT documentation and onboarding timelines, reducing delays on your start date.
What documentation does my employer need to support my CPT authorization?
Your employer needs to provide a signed offer letter or formal job description that specifies your start date, work location, weekly hours, and a description of technical duties that maps to your curriculum. USCIS and SEVP don't receive this directly, but your DSO uses it to update your I-20 with CPT authorization. Generic offer letters that list only a job title are usually insufficient.
Can I work at multiple Technician sites under one CPT authorization?
No. CPT authorization is employer-specific and location-specific as recorded on your I-20. If the Technician role involves rotating between client sites or subsidiary facilities, confirm with your DSO whether a single authorization covers all locations or whether each site requires a separate CPT approval. Working at an unauthorized location, even temporarily, is a status violation.