Construction Materials Field Technician

ECS Group of Companies; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Certification fee coverage

Career development support

Job summary

A leading engineering consulting firm is seeking a Construction Materials Field Technician in Fort Wayne, IN. This entry-level position requires no prior experience, and candidates will receive on-the-job training, including certification opportunities. Responsibilities include testing and sampling construction materials, conducting routine field tests, and maintaining communication with site contractors. Candidates must have a high school diploma, a valid driver's license, and the ability to lift 85 pounds. Strong communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• No experience required.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 85 pounds.
• Must have a valid driver's license and insurance.
• Willing to develop an understanding of heavy construction safety, practices, and procedures.
• Willing to obtain knowledge of CMT principles and applications, leading to certifications.

Responsibilities

• Conduct observation, testing, and sampling of materials on construction sites.
• Execute tasks based on project requirements under the guidance of senior technicians.
• Perform routine field and laboratory tests for soils, aggregates, and concrete.
• Assist with drafting and administrative duties as requested.

Skills

Strong communication skills (speaking, reading, and writing)

Ability to work effectively with contractors, peers, and supervisors

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Construction Materials Field Technician

Join ECS Group of Companies as a Construction Materials Field Technician in Fort Wayne, IN. We provide on‑the‑job training and cover certification fees.

No prior experience is required—you will learn to safely perform a variety of tasks under the guidance of experienced professionals.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Perform routine field and/or laboratory tests for soils, aggregates, and concrete using various methodologies and testing equipment following industry standards and compliance.
• Perform calculations and data reduction based on sampling, test results, and inspection.
• Assist with drafting and other administrative duties as requested.
• Maintain daily communication with site contractors, fellow technicians, and project managers; communicate changing site conditions and additional requested testing to supervisors; attend project meetings as requested.
• Assist with organization of field equipment and notify supervisors of broken or missing equipment as needed.
• 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 a valid driver's license and insurance.
• Willing to develop an 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.

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 #66 in Engineering News‑Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2025), #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.