Field Technician

Join us as a Field Technician I at UES.

We are seeking a motivated and hands-on Field Technician I to support engineering, environmental services, materials testing, and inspection projects. In this role you will conduct on‑site inspections, material testing, and environmental sampling to ensure projects meet industry standards and regulatory requirements. You will work alongside experienced professionals, gain practical field experience, develop technical skills, and contribute to critical projects that impact communities.

This position requires frequent travel to job sites and offers growth, technical training, and career advancement.

• Conduct field and laboratory testing of soil, concrete, asphalt, aggregate, and other construction materials.
• Properly collect, label, and transport samples from job sites to laboratories.
• Ensure testing requirements are met and compliant with project specifications and company policies.
• Complete detailed reports, logs, and documentation of test results.
• Maintain testing equipment, ensuring it is properly maintained and functional.
• Document test results, observations, and site conditions accurately.
• Communicate effectively with dispatch, supervisors, contractors, and project managers.
• Adhere to project timelines and schedules, reporting to job sites on time.
• Adapt to changing project requirements, schedules, and weather conditions.
• Participate in ongoing training and certification programs.
• Follow safety protocols and OSHA regulations, using PPE and adhering to safety guidelines.
• Operate and maintain an assigned company vehicle, including routine maintenance.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support project goals and company initiatives.

• High school diploma or equivalent required; vocational training or coursework in construction, engineering, geology, or related field is a plus.
• 0‑3 years of experience in a field‑based, outdoor, or physically demanding role preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Industry certifications such as ACI Level 1 Concrete Testing, or ability to obtain within a specified time period.
• Commitment to workplace safety, following OSHA standards and company safety policies.
• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office Suite and Field Data Collection software.
• Mathematical skills sufficient to perform calculations with whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to read, write, and interpret blueprints, procedures, manuals, technical documents, and reports.
• Ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting up to 50 lbs., standing for extended periods, and working in various weather conditions.
• Efficient time management, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Attention to detail for accurate sample collection, testing procedures, and documentation.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, with a strong work ethic.
• Flexibility to work varying schedules, including early mornings, weekends, overtime, and potential overnight travel.

• This position requires extensive travel, approximately up to 70% of the time.

• Work in outdoor environments, exposed to varying field conditions.
• Sites may require travel on foot across uneven terrain with obstacles.
• Moderate to loud noise levels common in construction and industrial environments.
• Exposure to environmental elements including dirt, dust, sun, heat, humidity, and adverse weather.
• Ability to lift, carry, 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.
• Ability to use senses to see, smell, hear, and touch effectively in noisy environments.

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

Seniority Level: Not Applicable

Employment Type:

Full‑time

Job Function:
Engineering and Information Technology