CMT Lab Technician

ECS Ltd • Sarasota, FL

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About The Position

ECS Limited is hiring a Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Laboratory Technician for its Sarasota team. No prior experience is necessary; paid training is provided, and ECS pays certification fees. The technician works under the guidance of experienced professionals to learn to safely perform laboratory tasks involving concrete and soils. The role offers opportunities for growth and additional incentives as certifications are earned.

The technician performs and assists with supervised testing of construction material samples, sample preparation, test procedures, result compilation, data entry and processing, and administrative tasks. Duties include soils testing such as Atterberg limits, gradation analyses, swell and moisture content testing, visual classifications, unconfined compressive strength testing of soil and rock, and standard and modified Proctor testing. Concrete laboratory tasks include stripping and labeling samples, setting samples for curing, monitoring temperature logs, and breaking samples.

The role also involves maintaining an orderly laboratory, supporting equipment calibration and maintenance, maintaining QA/QC and accreditation documentation, reporting damaged or missing equipment to supervisors, and assisting with other laboratory functions and occasional fieldwork as needed. ECS encourages professional development through internal and external training and certification opportunities, including those provided by ASTM and other organizations.

Requirements

• No related experience required.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Obtain laboratory certifications applicable to the work performed under the ECS Technician Certification Policy; certifications are required for both soils and concrete laboratories if work is performed in both.
• Strong communication and basic math skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in data recording.
• Dependable, self-motivated, and responsible work ethic.
• Ability to follow directions and work under close supervision.
• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds multiple times per day.
• U.S. military rank E-4 may qualify if the education, certification, and license requirements are also met.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic laboratory tests on construction material samples under supervision.
• Assist with sample preparation and testing procedures.
• Compile test results and perform data input, data processing, and other administrative duties.
• Perform soils laboratory testing, with some supervision, including Atterberg limits, gradation analyses, swell testing, moisture content testing, visual classifications, unconfined compressive strength testing of soil and rock, and standard and modified Proctor testing.
• Perform concrete laboratory testing, with some supervision, including stripping and labeling samples, setting samples for curing, monitoring daily temperature logs, and breaking samples.
• Help maintain a clean and organized laboratory environment.
• Support calibration and maintenance of laboratory equipment.
• Maintain calibration records and documentation in accordance with QA/QC and accreditation requirements.
• Notify supervisors of damaged or missing equipment.
• Assist with additional laboratory functions and occasional fieldwork as needed.
• Participate in professional skills development, training, and certification opportunities as experience grows.

Benefits

• Paid training
• Certification fees paid by ECS
• Additional incentives as certifications are earned
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Internal and external training and certification opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED