Construction Materials Field Technician

Engineering Consulting Service; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Group of Companies in Winchester, VA seeks a field technician to perform observation, testing, and sampling of soils, aggregates, and concrete on construction materials projects. No experience is required; paid training is provided and certification fees are covered.

You will work under the supervision of senior technicians and project managers, learn ECS methodologies, and communicate findings and site conditions daily to the team.

Qualifications

• No experience required; training provided.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must lift up to 85 pounds.
• Valid driver’s license and insurance.
• Willing to learn CMT principles and ASTM standards.
• OSHA 10 certification may be required.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct observation, testing, and sampling of soils, aggregates, and concrete at project sites.
• Perform routine field and laboratory tests following industry standards.
• Collect data and assist with calculations and drafting.
• Maintain daily communication with contractors and project managers.
• Receive training in ECS methodologies and document findings precisely.

Skills

No experience required

Strong communication skills

Driver's license

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Responsibilities

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

• 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

As your experience grows, ECS will:

• 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.

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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.

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

The expected pay range for this role and location is $18/hour. The final agreed-upon compensation will be determined based on specific location and other individual qualifications.

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 building science + infrastructure consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,200 employees in 125 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 #38 in Zweig Group’s Hot Firm List (June 2026). For additional information about ECS, visit: www.ecslimited.com.

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