Construction Technician; Entry-Level

Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Field Technician

ECS Limited is offering a unique opportunity for a talented Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Field Technician to join our team and advance in a dynamic work environment. No prior experience is needed, as you'll work under the guidance of experienced professionals to learn to safely perform a variety of tasks.

Responsibilities:

• Field
  
  Activities:
  
  Conduct observation, testing, and sampling of materials, including soils, aggregates, and concrete on construction materials testing project sites;
  Execute tasks based on project requirements under the guidance of senior technicians, staff professionals, and project managers.
• Testing Procedures:
  Conduct routine field and/or laboratory tests for soils, aggregates, and concrete using various methodologies and testing equipment following industry standards and compliance.
• Data Collection:
  Perform calculations and data reduction based on sampling, test results, and inspection;
  May assist with calculations, drafting, and other administrative duties as requested.
• Communication:
  Maintain daily communication with site contractors, fellow technicians, and project managers;
  Communicate changing site conditions and additional requested testing to supervisor;
  Attend project meetings as requested;
  Assist with organization of field equipment and notify supervisor of broken or missing equipment as needed.
• Training and Development:
  Receive training in ECS methodology for project observations, inspections, and testing;
  Document findings with precision in accordance with accepted engineering practices.

Career Development:

• Support you in enhancing your professional skills.
• Encourage participation in internal and external training programs and certification opportunities provided by organizations such as OSHA 10, ACI, ASNT, AWS, ICC, NICET, NRCA, RCI, various State DOTs, WACEL.

Qualifications:

• No experience required.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 85 pounds.
• Must have valid driver's license and insurance.
• Must have the ability to safely operate a motor vehicle and follow all local and state laws, road/driving regulations, and company policies.
• Willing to develop understanding of heavy construction safety, practices, and procedures.
• Willing to obtain knowledge of CMT principles and applications, as well as ASTM laboratory standards, leading to certifications in soils, concrete, and radiation safety.
• OSHA 10 certification may be required.
• Strong communication skills (speaking, reading, and writing).
• Ability to work effectively with contractors, peers, and supervisors.

Military

Qualifications:

• The following US Military ranks will qualify for this position IF they also meet the education and licenses requirements from the above section titled "Required Qualifications":
• E-4

About Us:

ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and building science + infrastructure consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,000 employees in 100+ offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #60 in Engineering News-Record's Top 500 Design Firms (April 2026), #148 in Engineering News-Record's Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2025) and #38 in Zweig Group's Hot Firm List (June 2026).

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ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.