Construction Quality Assurance Technician

ECS Ltd•Hanover, MD

13h

About The Position

Building Science + Infrastructure Technicians are frontline workers on ECS projects. The role involves task-based field work, observing and performing routine field tests and observations on a per-project basis as assigned. Technicians provide positive customer service and demonstrate an understanding of ECS Core Values. The work may involve testing and observations for new construction or the built environment, specialized testing, building enclosure consulting, forensic investigation, and other building science and infrastructure services. Technicians perform field and laboratory tests and observations, progressively learn about various systems, document results in reports, and communicate daily with ECS colleagues, clients, and site representatives. Work takes place indoors and outdoors in varied weather conditions. Incidental duties may include clerical work, report-production assistance, and other office or laboratory tasks. The position offers an expected pay range of $22–$32 per hour, with final compensation depending on location and individual qualifications. ECS is an employee-owned company and offers an Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP), a 401(k) with up to 4% match, tuition assistance, performance bonuses, and comprehensive benefits.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
0–2 years of related experience.
Valid driver's license if driving for or on behalf of an ECS subsidiary.
Ability to lift at least 40 pounds multiple times per day, stand for extended periods, walk on uneven ground across varied terrain, and perform work at heights.

Nice To Haves

Associate or technical degree in civil engineering, architectural engineering, or a related field.
Professional certifications, including NRCA, IIBEC, AWCI Certified EIFS Inspector, and/or relevant ICC certifications.

Responsibilities

Perform testing and observations for new construction and the built environment, specialized testing, building enclosure consulting, forensic investigations, and other building science and infrastructure services.
Perform field and laboratory testing and observations.
Progressively learn testing and observation methods for various systems while working indoors and outdoors in varied weather conditions.
Communicate daily with other ECS technicians, project managers, principals, clients, and other site representatives.
Attend project meetings with ECS senior staff and/or clients as requested.
Develop understanding of systems and structures and how they are observed, tested, and investigated.
Document test results and observations appropriately in reports.
Learn to calibrate and use field equipment; assist with equipment maintenance and organization; notify a supervisor of broken or missing equipment.
Perform incidental office clerical tasks, report-production assistance, and other office or laboratory tasks as needed.
Perform other duties as requested.