Construction Materials Field Technician

ECS Group of Companies

Austin (TX)

On-site

USD 30,000 - 40,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health and insurance plans

Retirement and college savings plans

Job summary

A leading engineering consulting firm in Austin is seeking a Construction Materials Field Technician intern. The role involves conducting testing and sampling of construction materials under guidance. No prior experience is required, but candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and be willing to learn safety practices. This full-time position offers valuable training and development in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

No experience required.
Must have valid driver's license and insurance.
Willing to obtain knowledge of CMT principles and applications.

Responsibilities

Conduct observation, testing, and sampling of materials on construction sites.
Maintain daily communication with site contractors and project managers.
Receive training in ECS methodology for project observations.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to lift 85 pounds

Understanding of heavy construction safety

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

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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.

Qualifications

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.

About Us

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 2,800 employees in 100+ offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #66 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2025), #144 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2024) and #50 in Zweig Group’s Hot Firm List (June 2025). For additional information about ECS click here.

We love our employees and we show this through providing some great benefits, including paid time off, health and other insurance plans, retirement and college savings plans, and more. Click here to learn more about the great benefits at ECS.

Equal Opportunity

ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This means that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

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