Construction Materials Field Technician

ECS Ltd • Hagerstown, MD

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About The Position

ECS Limited is hiring a Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Field Technician for its Hagerstown 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 perform construction materials testing tasks safely and in accordance with project requirements and industry standards.

The role includes observing, testing, and sampling soils, aggregates, and concrete at construction project sites, as well as conducting routine field and/or laboratory tests using appropriate methodologies and equipment. The technician collects and reduces data, documents findings in accordance with accepted engineering practices, communicates with contractors and colleagues, and helps maintain field equipment. As experience develops, ECS supports professional growth through training and certification opportunities.

Requirements

• No prior experience is 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.

Nice To Haves

• OSHA 10 certification may be required.
• US Military rank E-4 qualifies if the candidate also meets the education and license requirements listed for the role.

Responsibilities

• Observe, test, and sample soils, aggregates, and concrete at construction materials testing project sites.
• Perform project tasks under the guidance of senior technicians, staff professionals, and project managers.
• Conduct routine field and/or laboratory tests using appropriate methodologies and equipment and following industry standards and compliance requirements.
• Perform calculations and data reduction based on sampling, test results, and inspections.
• Assist with calculations, drafting, and administrative duties as requested.
• Communicate daily with site contractors, fellow technicians, and project managers.
• Notify a supervisor about 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 methods for project observations, inspections, and testing.
• Document findings precisely in accordance with accepted engineering practices.

Benefits

• Paid training.
• Certification fees paid by ECS.
• Support to enhance professional skills.
• Internal and external training programs and certification opportunities, including programs offered by organizations such as OSHA 10, ACI, ASNT, AWS, ICC, NICET, NRCA, RCI, State DOTs, and WACEL, as appropriate.

What This Job Offers

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