Senior Field Technician

ECS Ltd•Fayetteville, NC

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About The Position

ECS Limited is seeking a certified Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Senior Field Technician I to join its Fayetteville team. The role is part of the Field Services department and involves safely performing field testing and related project-support work, with opportunities to develop professionally alongside experienced project management professionals. The technician performs testing on projects of moderate complexity with minimal supervision and may train and mentor Technician I and II staff. ECS supports continued skills development through internal and external training and certification opportunities, including programs offered by organizations such as ACI, ASNT, AWS, ICC, NICET, NRCA, RCI, State DOTs, and WACEL, as appropriate. ECS is an employee-owned engineering consulting company providing geotechnical, construction materials, environmental, and building science and infrastructure consulting services. It has more than 3,200 employees across 125 offices and testing facilities.

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 field efforts.
Ability to regularly lift equipment and materials 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.

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.