Construction Materials Field Technician

ECS Ltd • Fort Worth, TX

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About The Position

ECS Limited is hiring a Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Field Technician for its Fort Worth team. No prior experience is required; paid training is provided, and certification fees are covered. The technician works under the guidance of experienced professionals to conduct observations, inspections, sampling, and testing of construction materials at project sites and, as needed, in laboratories. The role includes collecting and documenting results, communicating with project personnel, and helping organize and maintain field equipment.

ECS provides training in its methods for project observations, inspections, and testing. As the technician gains experience, ECS supports professional skill development and encourages participation in training and certification opportunities, including programs offered by OSHA 10, ACI, ASNT, AWS, ICC, NICET, NRCA, RCI, state DOTs, and WACEL, as appropriate.

Requirements

• No experience required.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 85 pounds.
• Valid driver's license and insurance.
• Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle and comply with local and state laws, road and driving regulations, and company policies.
• Willingness to develop an understanding of heavy construction safety, practices, and procedures.
• Willingness to learn CMT principles and applications and ASTM laboratory standards, leading to certifications in soils, concrete, and radiation safety.
• OSHA 10 certification may be required.
• Strong speaking, reading, and writing communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with contractors, peers, and supervisors.
• U.S. military rank E-4 may qualify if the education and license requirements are also met.

Responsibilities

• Observe, test, and sample soils, aggregates, and concrete at construction materials testing project sites according to project requirements and under the guidance of senior technicians, staff professionals, and project managers.
• Conduct routine field and/or laboratory tests on soils, aggregates, and concrete using relevant methods, equipment, industry standards, and compliance requirements.
• Perform calculations and data reduction based on sampling, test results, and inspections.
• Assist with calculations, drafting, and other administrative duties as requested.
• Communicate daily with site contractors, fellow technicians, and project managers.
• Notify a supervisor about changing site conditions and additional testing requests.
• Attend project meetings as requested.
• Help organize field equipment and notify a supervisor about broken or missing equipment.
• Receive training in ECS methods for project observations, inspections, and testing.
• Document findings precisely in accordance with accepted engineering practices.

Benefits

• Paid training.
• Certification fees paid by the employer.
• Support for professional skill development and participation in training and certification opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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