Concrete Lab Technician

Engineering Consulting Service; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Certification fees paid

Opportunity for growth

Job summary

ECS Limited is seeking a Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Concrete Laboratory Technician to join our Sarasota team. No prior experience is required; you will learn under guidance while performing basic tests and sample preparation in our concrete laboratory.

Paid training is provided and we cover certification fees as you earn your credentials. You’ll compile test results, assist with testing procedures, and help maintain calibration and QA/QC records, with occasional fieldwork as needed.

Qualifications

• 0 years of related experience.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Certifications for lab work per ECS Technician Certification Policy, for soils and concrete labs if applicable.
• Strong communication and basic math skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in data recording.
• Dependable, self-motivated, responsible work ethic.
• Ability to follow directions and work under close supervision.
• Basic computer proficiency (MS Word and Excel).
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds multiple times per day.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic laboratory tests on concrete and construction material samples under supervision.
• Assists with sample preparation and testing procedures.
• Compiles test results, data input, data processing, and other administrative duties.
• Performs concrete laboratory testing including but not limited to: stripping, labeling, curing setup, temperature logs, breaking samples.
• Maintains a clean and organized laboratory environment.
• Supports calibration and maintenance of laboratory equipment.
• Maintains calibration records and QA/QC documentation.
• Notifies supervisors of damaged or missing equipment.
• Assists with additional laboratory functions and occasional fieldwork as needed.

Skills

Communication

Math

Attention to detail

Data entry

Reliability

Following instructions

MS Word & Excel

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Responsibilities

No experience necessary, paid training is provided, and we pay your certification fees!

ECS Limited is offering a unique opportunity for a talented Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Concrete Laboratory Technician to join our Sarasota team. We offer opportunities for growth in this role with additional incentives as you earn your certifications. No prior experience is needed, as you'll work under the guidance of experienced professionals to learn to safely perform a variety of tasks in our concrete laboratory.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic laboratory tests on concrete and construction material samples under supervision
• Assists with sample preparation and testing procedures
• Compiles test results, data input, data processing, and other administrative duties
• Performs concrete laboratory testing including but not limited to, with some supervision:
  • Stripping and labeling samples
  • Setting samples for curing
  • Monitoring daily temperature logs
  • Breaking of samples
• Assists in maintaining a clean and organized laboratory environment
• Supports calibration and maintenance of laboratory equipment
• Maintains calibration records and documentation in accordance with QA/QC and accreditation requirements
• Notifies supervisors of damaged or missing equipment
• Assists with additional laboratory functions and occasional fieldwork as needed

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• 0 years of related experience
• High school diploma or GED required
• Obtain lab certifications applicable to the lab work performed as per the ECS Technician Certification Policy
  • If work is performed in both soils and concrete labs, certifications are required for both laboratories
• Strong communication and basic math skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy in data recording
• Dependable, self-motivated, and responsible work ethic
• Ability to follow directions and work under close supervision
• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Word and Excel
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds multiple times per day

Military Qualifications

• The following US Military ranks will qualify for this position IF they also meet the certification requirement from the above section titled "Required Qualifications":
• E-4

About Us

ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and facilities consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,000 employees in 100+ offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #60 in Engineering News-Record's Top 500 Design Firms (April 2026), #148 in Engineering News-Record's Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2025) and #50 in Zweig Group's Hot Firm List (May 2025). For additional information about ECS, visit: www.ecslimited.com.

ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, click here.