Entry-Level Performance Testing Technician
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Entry-level Performance Testing TechnicianAt Salas O'Brien we tell our clients that We're Engineered for Impact. This passion for making a difference applies just as much to our team as it does to our projects. That's why we're committed to living our values every day: inspiring, achieving, and connecting as shared owners of our success with a focus on a sustainable future. Building for the long-term means that all our team members can expect to work on amazing projects with a people-first approach to problem solving. It also means that each member of our team has truly limitless potential to build a unique, meaningful, and high-impact career-and they'll receive great total rewards along the way. About Us: At Epsten Group, we pride ourselves on being a pioneer for sustainability in the built environment. Sustainability is in our DNA- it's the right thing to do for future generations and the legacy we leave behind. We maintain the front-line of sustainability, spreading the word globally and investing locally. We are a JUST Label company with a focus on social equity in how we operate our business, as well as the health and well-being of our employees through our WELL and Fitwel certifications.Industry pioneers to our core, we push the boundaries by walking many clients through their own firsts. Our services remain flexible to meet the growing demand for a sustainable, healthier future. Our team strives to create a global impact surrounding green initiatives and maintains a company culture that reflects this. We celebrate diversity, inclusion, and equity and have recruited top talent from all over the globe. With office flexibility and a work-life balance, we accommodate individual preferences, believing that freedom, respect, and creativity lead to happiness and prosperity.Job Summary: We are looking for an entry-level position supporting Epsten Group's Performance Testing group within the Sustainability department to join our energetic and growing company based out of Atlanta, Georgia. The Performance Testing Technician will assist Performance Testing Agents in the assessment of and collection of data for projects throughout the U.S. and Canada, including compiling documentation and analyzing data to help demonstrate that a project meets the requirements of the applicable building rating system, such as WELL or LEED. The position can be remote but must be located near a major airport. For team building purposes, relocation to the Atlanta office would be encouraged and is assisted through stipends.In this role, you will:

• Assist Testing lead personnel in performing jobsite testing and observations.
• Write field reports, take photographs, collect data, and complete spreadsheet analysis for jobsite observations to be reviewed and distributed by the Testing lead personnel.
• Create pre-functional checklists for the Testing team and develop resources to enhance performance test procedures.
• Provide technical support to internal Consultants who communicate information to project teams for performance testing-related issues.
• Assist Testing lead personnel in performing equipment and systems conditions assessments, including equipment calibration schedules and documentation.
• Prepare basic calculations.
• Perform functional testing and verification of systems in the field in direct support of the Testing lead personnel.

You will be a great fit if you have:

• Technical Degree in building science or building industry-related field required
• Bachelors degree in Architecture, Engineering, Environmental Sciences, or Similar (Masters degree a plus) preferred
• Understanding and ability to communicate with internal team members, as well as with external clients.
• Willingness to learn and contribute.

Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to read, understand and interpret building floor plans, sections, site plans, construction specifications, mechanical schedules, commissioning reports, product submittals, and operational policies
• Detailed technical understanding of and experience with two or more of the following building operations topics: design and construction process, common construction methods, materials specification, fenestration, HVAC systems, plumbing systems, electrical systems, landscape design, master planning, land use, zoning, urban development, life cycle assessment, carbon accounting, social equity programming, basis of design development, owner's project requirement development
• Experience or passion for learning about EPDs and LCAs a plus
• Experience with ISO accreditations a plus
• Passion and commitment to the EGI mission and culture
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, including technical writing
• Ability to clearly explain advanced technical issues in manner that is easily understood
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
• Strong people-management skills for small teams
• Strong sense of personal responsibility and accountability for delivering high quality work
• Ability to work well both independently and in groups
• Ability to meet project deadlines and celebrate jobs well done
• Desire to be an integral part of a team effort
• Excellent judgment, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Detail-oriented and able to prioritize
• Strong computer skills, with high proficiency in MS Office suite, including Excel
• Encourage and accelerate global adoption of green business practices through various sustainability standards, tools and performance criteria

Location: Atlanta, GATravel: 50-70%Physical Requirements:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a staff member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, and talk or hear. The staff member is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The staff member must lift and/or move up to 70 pounds of equipment while traveling. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement Salas O'Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, or local laws. Salas O'Brien will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants as required by law.