Construction Materials Field Technician

ECS Ltd • Columbus, OH

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About The Position

ECS Limited is seeking a Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Field Technician to join its Columbus team. No prior experience is required. The technician receives paid training and works under experienced professionals to learn to perform construction materials testing tasks safely. Work includes observing, testing, and sampling soils, aggregates, and concrete at project sites, as well as conducting routine field and/or laboratory tests according to project requirements, industry methodologies, and applicable standards. The role also involves recording and analyzing results, communicating with contractors and colleagues, and maintaining field equipment. ECS supports professional development through training and certification opportunities as experience grows.

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.
• OSHA 10 certification may be required.
• Strong speaking, reading, and writing communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with contractors, peers, and supervisors.

Responsibilities

• Observe, test, and sample soils, aggregates, and concrete at construction materials testing project sites.
• Perform assigned tasks under the guidance of senior technicians, staff professionals, and project managers.
• Conduct routine field and/or laboratory tests using applicable methodologies, testing 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 requested testing.
• Attend project meetings as requested.
• Help organize field equipment and notify a supervisor of broken or missing equipment.
• Receive training in ECS methods for project observations, inspections, and testing.
• Document findings accurately in accordance with accepted engineering practices.
• Develop professional skills and participate in relevant training and certification opportunities.

Benefits

• Paid training.
• Certification fees paid by the employer.
• Training and certification opportunities, including those offered by organizations such as OSHA 10, ACI, ASNT, AWS, ICC, NICET, NRCA, RCI, various State DOTs, and WACEL, as appropriate.

What This Job Offers

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