Field Technician I

Universal Engineering Sciences•Huntsville, AL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

UES is hiring Field Technicians at all experience levels, from beginners to senior, certified professionals. The role involves hands-on inspections, materials testing, and environmental sampling to help projects meet quality and regulatory standards. Technicians work outdoors and travel to job sites, with opportunities for technical training, company-paid certifications, and career advancement. This position requires extensive travel, approximately up to 70% of the time, which may be scheduled or on short notice. Work is primarily outdoors and may take place at job sites or field locations with uneven terrain, construction or industrial noise, dust, heat, humidity, sun, and adverse weather.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record and ability to safely operate company-assigned vehicles.
Commitment to workplace safety, OSHA standards, company safety policies, and proper use of personal protective equipment.
Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Field Data Collection (FDC) software or similar tools.
Mathematical skills to perform calculations using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to read, write, and interpret blueprints, procedures, manuals, technical documents, and reports related to drilling, safety, and project requirements.
Time-management, organizational, and problem-solving skills to complete tasks efficiently and accurately.
Attention to detail in sample collection, testing procedures, and documentation.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a strong work ethic and commitment to quality results.
Flexibility to work varying schedules, including early mornings, weekends, overtime, and potential overnight travel as project demands require.
Ability to travel extensively, approximately up to 70% of the time, including scheduled and short-notice travel.
Ability to work outdoors in varying conditions and traverse uneven or rugged terrain, sometimes where sites are inaccessible by vehicle.
Ability to lift and/or carry 35 to 50 lbs. up to 75 feet, with regular repetitive motion.
Ability to stand, walk, drive, and operate equipment for extended periods; frequently use hands and arms for typing, handling tools, and operating equipment.
Ability to bend, twist, reach, stoop, pull, kneel, climb, balance, lift, carry, and push as needed for fieldwork and inspections.
Ability to speak and hear effectively in noisy environments and communicate with project teams.
Ability to use vision, smell, hearing, and touch as needed for fieldwork, including close, distant, peripheral, and depth vision and focusing.

Nice To Haves

Vocational training or coursework in construction, engineering, geology, or a related field.
0–3 years of experience in a field-based, outdoor, or physically demanding role; construction, materials testing, geotechnical, or related industry experience is a plus.
Industry certifications such as ACI Level 1 Concrete Testing, or ability to obtain applicable certifications within a specified time period.

Responsibilities

Conduct field and laboratory testing of soil, concrete, asphalt, aggregate, and other construction materials to verify compliance with project specifications, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
Collect, label, and transport samples from job sites to laboratories for testing and analysis.
Ensure testing requirements are met in accordance with project specifications, requirements, and company policies and procedures.
Prepare accurate and timely reports, logs, documentation, and presentations describing test results, observations, and site conditions.
Maintain testing equipment and ensure it functions correctly in accordance with company and manufacturer guidelines.
Communicate job status, site conditions, and issues to dispatch, field supervisors, contractors, and project managers.
Meet project schedules, report to job sites on time, and complete assignments by established deadlines.
Adapt to changing project requirements, schedules, and weather conditions to support business needs.
Participate in required training and certification programs to maintain technical proficiency and industry compliance.
Follow OSHA regulations and company and client safety guidelines, including proper use of personal protective equipment.
Operate and maintain an assigned company vehicle, including scheduling routine maintenance and keeping it clean.
Perform other duties as assigned to support project goals and company initiatives.