Construction Materials Field Technician

ECS Group of Companies; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Group of Companies in Allentown, PA is seeking a Construction Materials Testing Field Technician with no prior experience. You will learn to safely perform field observations, sampling, and testing of soils, aggregates, and concrete under supervision.

Paid training and certification fees are provided, offering a path to OSHA 10, ACI, NICET, ICC, and state DOT certifications as you grow within a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• No experience required; paid training provided.
• Must be able to lift up to 85 pounds.
• Willing to develop understanding of CMT principles and ASTM standards.

Responsibilities

• Observe, sample, and test soils, aggregates, and concrete at field sites.
• Perform routine field and laboratory tests following industry standards.
• Collect data, perform calculations, and assist with drafting and admin tasks.
• Communicate with site contractors and project managers and report site conditions.
• Receive training in ECS methodologies and document findings accurately.

Skills

Strong communication

Physical endurance

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

OSHA 10 (optional)

Job description

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) Field Technician to join our Allentown, PA team and advance in a dynamic work environment. No prior experience is needed, as you'll work under the guidance of experienced professionals to learn to safely perform a variety of tasks.

Responsibilities

• Field Activities: Conduct observation, testing, and sampling of materials, including soils, aggregates, and concrete on construction materials testing project sites; Execute tasks based on project requirements under the guidance of senior technicians, staff professionals, and project managers.
• Testing Procedures: Conduct routine field and/or laboratory tests for soils, aggregates, and concrete using various methodologies and testing equipment following industry standards and compliance.
• Data Collection: Perform calculations and data reduction based on sampling, test results, and inspection; May assist with calculations, drafting, and other administrative duties as requested.
• Communication: Maintain daily communication with site contractors, fellow technicians, and project managers; Communicate changing site conditions and additional requested testing to supervisor; Attend project meetings as requested; Assist with organization of field equipment and notify supervisor of broken or missing equipment as needed.
• Training and Development: Receive training in ECS methodology for project observations, inspections, and testing; Document findings with precision in accordance with accepted engineering practices.

Career Development

• Support you in enhancing your professional skills.
• Encourage participation in internal and external training programs and certification opportunities provided by organizations such as OSHA 10, ACI, ASNT, AWS, ICC, NICET, NRCA, RCI, various State DOTs, WACEL, and others, as appropriate.

Required Qualifications

• No experience required.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 85 pounds.
• Must have valid driver’s license and insurance.
• Willing to develop understanding of heavy construction safety, practices, and procedures.
• Willing to obtain knowledge of CMT principles and applications, as well as ASTM laboratory standards, leading to certifications in soils, concrete, and radiation safety.
• OSHA 10 certification may be required.
• Strong communication skills (speaking, reading, and writing).
• Ability to work effectively with contractors, peers, and supervisors.

Military Qualifications

• The following US Military ranks will qualify for this position IF they also meet the education and licenses requirements from the above section titled required Qualifications:
  • E-4

ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 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.