Construction Technician (Entry-Level)

ECS Ltd•El Paso, TX

12d

About The Position

ECS Limited is hiring an entry-level Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Field Technician for its El Paso team. No prior experience is required. The technician receives paid training and works under the guidance of experienced professionals to learn how to safely perform field and laboratory tasks. ECS also pays certification fees. The role involves observing, testing, and sampling construction materials at project sites and performing routine tests in the field or laboratory in accordance with industry standards. The technician records and evaluates results, communicates with contractors and project staff, and helps maintain field equipment. As experience grows, ECS supports professional development through training and relevant certification opportunities.

Requirements

No experience required.
High school diploma or GED.
Ability to lift a minimum of 85 pounds.
Valid driver's license and insurance.
Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle and follow local and state laws, road and driving regulations, and company policies.
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.

Responsibilities

Observe, test, and sample 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 using applicable methodologies and testing equipment, following 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.
Maintain daily communication 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.
Receive training in ECS methods for project observations, inspections, and testing.
Document findings precisely in accordance with accepted engineering practices.
Develop professional skills and participate in relevant internal and external training and certification opportunities.