Senior CMT Technician

ECS Ltd•West Valley City, UT

2d•Onsite

About The Position

ECS Limited is seeking a certified Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Senior Field Technician I to join its Salt Lake City team. The role is part of the Field Services department and involves safely performing construction materials testing and field support on projects of moderate complexity, with minimal supervision. The technician works and develops alongside experienced project management professionals and may train and mentor Technician I and Technician II staff. ECS supports professional development through internal and external training programs and certification opportunities, including programs from organizations such as ACI, ASNT, AWS, ICC, NICET, NRCA, RCI, state DOTs, and WACEL, as appropriate.

Requirements

At least 2 years of related experience.
High school diploma or GED.
Maintain basic certifications and two advanced certifications applicable to the work performed, as specified by the ECS Technician Certification Policy.
General industry OSHA 10 may be required.
A valid driver's license is required if driving for or on behalf of an ECS subsidiary.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Dependable, self-motivated, and detail-oriented.
Advanced knowledge of construction materials testing principles and standards.
Strong understanding of construction practices and jobsite operations.
Advanced proficiency with electronic devices and data systems.
Strong math and data reduction skills.
Ability to read and interpret engineering plans and specifications.
Ability to work independently and lead small efforts in the field.
Ability to regularly lift equipment and materials weighing up to approximately 85 pounds.
Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle and follow local and state laws, road and driving regulations, and company policies.
Military ranks E-4 or E-5 qualify only if the education, certification, and license requirements are also met.

Responsibilities

Perform field observation, testing, sampling, and inspection of soils, aggregates, concrete, masonry, asphalt, structural steel, and related materials.
Execute testing activities on projects of moderate complexity with minimal supervision.
Communicate daily with contractors, technicians, and project managers.
Report changing site conditions and additional testing needs to supervisors.
Prepare accurate, detailed daily field reports documenting site conditions and results.
Perform calculations, data reduction, and documentation tasks.
Maintain and organize field equipment and testing materials.
Assist in resolving field-related issues and support project execution.
Train and mentor Technician I and Technician II staff in field procedures and documentation.
Participate in project meetings with senior staff as requested.
Perform other field and project support duties as assigned.