Construction Materials Field Technician

ECS Ltd•Lawrenceville, GA

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About The Position

ECS Limited is hiring a Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Field Technician to work on construction materials testing projects. No prior experience is required; paid training is provided, and ECS pays certification fees. The technician works under the guidance of experienced professionals and learns to safely observe, test, and sample soils, aggregates, and concrete at project sites, as well as conduct routine field and laboratory tests using industry standards and equipment. The role also includes documenting findings, performing calculations and data reduction, communicating with project teams, and maintaining field equipment. ECS supports ongoing professional development through internal and external training and certification opportunities. The company identifies certifications that may be appropriate, including OSHA 10, ACI, ASNT, AWS, ICC, NICET, NRCA, RCI, State DOT certifications, and WACEL.

Requirements

No experience required.
High school diploma or GED.
Ability to lift a minimum of 85 pounds.
Valid driver's license and insurance.
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.
Strong speaking, reading, and writing communication skills.
Ability to work effectively with contractors, peers, and supervisors.
OSHA 10 certification may be required.
The listed U.S. military rank E-4 qualifies only if the education and license requirements are also met.

Responsibilities

Conduct observation, testing, and sampling of soils, aggregates, and concrete at construction materials testing project sites.
Perform assigned tasks according to project requirements under the guidance of senior technicians, staff professionals, and project managers.
Conduct routine field and/or laboratory tests for soils, aggregates, and concrete using established methodologies, equipment, and industry standards.
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.
Inform a supervisor of changing site conditions and additional requested testing.
Attend project meetings as requested.
Help organize field equipment and notify a supervisor about broken or missing equipment.
Receive training in ECS methodologies for project observations, inspections, and testing.
Document findings accurately in accordance with accepted engineering practices.
Develop professional skills and participate in training and certification opportunities.