Construction Technician (Entry-Level)

ECS Ltd • Manchester Township, PA

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About The Position

ECS Limited is hiring an entry-level Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Field Technician for its York team. No prior experience is required; paid training is provided, along with payment of certification fees. The starting pay is $20 per hour. The technician works under the guidance of experienced professionals to perform field and laboratory tasks safely, learn ECS procedures, and document findings in accordance with accepted engineering practices.

ECS supports ongoing professional development through skills training and opportunities to pursue internal and external training and certifications, as appropriate. Potential certifications and training include OSHA 10, ACI, ASNT, AWS, ICC, NICET, NRCA, RCI, State DOT programs, and WACEL.

Requirements

• No experience required.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Able 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, as well as ASTM laboratory standards, and pursue certifications in soils, concrete, and radiation safety.
• Strong speaking, reading, and writing skills.
• Ability to work effectively with contractors, peers, and supervisors.

Nice To Haves

• OSHA 10 certification may be required.
• Eligible U.S. military rank: E-4, provided the candidate also meets the listed education and license requirements.

Responsibilities

• Observe, test, and sample soils, aggregates, and concrete at construction materials testing project sites.
• Complete project tasks under the guidance of senior technicians, staff professionals, and project managers.
• Conduct routine field and/or laboratory tests on soils, aggregates, and concrete using applicable methodologies and equipment, following industry standards and compliance requirements.
• Perform calculations and reduce data 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 of broken or missing equipment.
• Participate in training on 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.
• Professional skills development and opportunities to participate in internal and external training and certification programs.

What This Job Offers

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