Construction Technician (Entry-Level)

ECS Ltd • Dover, DE

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About The Position

ECS Limited is hiring an entry-level Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Field Technician for its Dover team. No prior experience is required. The technician receives paid training and works under the guidance of experienced professionals to learn and perform construction materials testing tasks safely. The role includes field and laboratory work involving soils, aggregates, and concrete, as well as data collection, communication with project teams, and care of field equipment.

ECS provides training in its methods for project observations, inspections, and testing. As employees gain experience, ECS supports professional skill development and encourages participation in training and certification opportunities, which may include programs offered by OSHA 10, ACI, ASNT, AWS, ICC, NICET, NRCA, RCI, State DOTs, and WACEL. Certification fees are paid by the company.

Requirements

• No experience required.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to lift at least 85 pounds.
• Valid driver's license and insurance.
• Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle and comply with 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, ASTM laboratory standards, and obtain 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

• Conduct observations, testing, and sampling of soils, aggregates, and concrete at construction project sites, following project requirements and guidance from senior technicians, staff professionals, and project managers.
• Perform routine field and/or laboratory tests using appropriate methods and 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.
• Communicate daily with site contractors, fellow technicians, and project managers; report changing site conditions and additional testing requests to a supervisor.
• 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, and document findings accurately in accordance with accepted engineering practices.
• Develop professional skills and pursue relevant training and certification opportunities as experience grows.

Benefits

• Paid training
• Certification fees paid by the company
• Support for professional skill development and participation in training and certification opportunities

What This Job Offers

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