Building Envelope Technician II

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The Building Envelope Technician II supports the inspection, testing, and documentation of building envelope
systems to verify performance, quality, and code compliance. This hands-on role involves assisting in the field
with visual inspections, diagnostic testing, data collection, and installation verification across roofing,
waterproofing, cladding, fenestrations, and insulation systems.

• Conduct on-site inspections and testing of roofing, air barriers, waterproofing, curtain walls, windows, and exterior wall assemblies
• Support field tasks such as adhesion pull tests, water intrusion testing, or air leakage testing (e.g., blower door tests)
• Document field observations, deficiencies and site conditions with photographs and written notes
• Verify compliance with design specifications and manufacturer instructions
• Assist with setup, operation and maintenance of testing equipment, ensuring proper calibration
• Prepare field logs, inspection forms and daily reports
• Communicate effectively with inspectors, contractors, and engineers regarding site conditions and findings
• Contribute to clear, concise technical reporting of test results and inspection outcomes
• Follow all company safety procedures and PPE requirements on job sites
• Participate in ongoing training sessions and field demonstrations to expand technical skillset

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical coursework in construction, building science, or materials testing preferred
• 2–5 years of experience with building envelope systems, testing, and field observation in an engineering firm
• Strong technical report writing skills
• Registered Roof Observer (RRO) certification is a plus
• Familiarity with tools, ladders, and job site safety practices; willingness to work at heights or on scaffolding
• Excellent attention to detail, reliability, and willingness to learn in the field
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work outdoors in various conditions and perform physical tasks (lifting upto 50 lbs., climbing, kneeling, etc.)
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record required.

This position primarily works in an outdoor work environment, regularly exposed to varying field conditions, including:

• Sites that may not be accessible by vehicle, requiring travel on foot through wetlands, swamps, grasslands, fields, and other uneven or rugged terrain with natural and man-made obstacles such as sand, brush, and debris.
• Moderate to loud noise levels, common in active construction and industrial environments.
• Exposure to environmental elements including dirt, dust, sun, heat, humidity, and adverse weather conditions.

The physical requirements for this position may include and are not limited to:

• Ability to lift and/or carry 35 to 75 lbs. up to 75 feet, involving regular repetitive motion.
• Ability to stand, walk, drive, and operate equipment for extended periods.
• Frequent use of hands and arms for typing, handling tools, and operating equipment.
• Ability to bend, twist, reach, stoop, pull, kneel, climb, balance, lift, carry, and push as required for fieldwork and inspections.
• Ability to speak and hear effectively to communicate in noisy environments and with project teams.
• Ability to use your senses to see (including close, distant, and peripheral vison, depth vision, and ability to focus) smell, hear, touch (use hands to reach climb or balance, crouch, stoop, crawl, kneel and sit).

UES is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud to recruit the most qualified candidates. Please see our full EEO Statement here

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