Field Technician Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• At least 2 years of related experience.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Current basic-level certifications and two additional advanced certifications; must be willing to maintain them.
• Valid driver's license and insurance.
• Suitable transportation for use on job sites; mileage is reimbursed.
• Strong speaking, reading, and writing communication skills.
• Excellent understanding of heavy construction safety, practices, and procedures.
• Ability to work effectively with clients, peers, and supervisors.
• Proficiency with electronic devices such as phones, tablets, and laptops.
• Strong math skills and ability to read maps, follow directions, and interpret engineering and construction plans.
• Basic knowledge of MS Office.
• Ability to carry 40–70 pounds multiple times per day or occasionally lift 85 pounds to waist height.
• For the listed military qualification route, rank E-4 or E-5 qualifies only when the education, certification, and license requirements are also met.

Nice To Haves

• OSHA 10 certification.
• Further relevant certifications from organizations such as ACI, ASNT, AWS, ICC, NICET, NRCA, RCI, State DOTs, or WACEL.

Responsibilities

• Perform observation, testing, sampling, and inspection of soils, aggregates, concrete, grout, masonry, asphalt, and structural steel placement at construction sites.
• Complete field tasks according to project requirements under the guidance of senior technicians, staff professionals, and project managers.
• Conduct routine field tests using applicable methodologies and equipment while following industry standards and compliance requirements.
• Perform calculations and reduce data based on samples, test results, and inspections.
• Complete drafting and administrative duties as required.
• Develop documentation skills and prepare field reports describing site observations and work performed.
• Communicate daily with site contractors, other technicians, and project managers.
• Inform supervisors and project teams about changing site conditions and additional requested testing.
• Attend project meetings with senior staff as requested.
• Participate in training on ECS methods for project observations, inspections, and testing, and document findings in accordance with accepted engineering practices.
• Continue professional development through internal and external training and certification opportunities.

Benefits

• Professional development opportunities and additional incentives as skills and experience grow.
• Mileage reimbursement for transportation used on job sites.