Construction Technician

ECS Group of Companies; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 26,174 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

ECS Limited is hiring a Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Field Technician in Buffalo. No experience is required as you will learn under experienced mentors to safely perform field activities, sampling, and testing of soils, aggregates, and concrete.

You will receive hands-on training, guidance, and opportunities to pursue certifications such as OSHA 10, ASTM standards, and CMT qualifications. Competitive pay and development await in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• No experience required.
• Must have High School diploma or GED.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 85 pounds.
• Must have valid driver's license and insurance.
• Able to operate a motor vehicle safely and follow laws and company policies.
• Willing to learn CMT principles and ASTM standards to earn certifications.
• OSHA 10 certification may be required.
• Strong communication skills (speaking, reading, writing).
• Able to work effectively with contractors, peers and supervisors.

Responsibilities

• Field Activities: observe, test, and sample soils, aggregates, and concrete at sites under supervision.
• Testing Procedures: perform routine field/lab tests following industry standards and procedures.
• Data Collection: compute and summarize test results; assist with drafting and admin tasks.
• Communication: maintain daily contact with site contractors and project managers; report changes.
• Training and Development: receive ECS training for observations, inspections and testing; document findings accurately.

Skills

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

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 Buffalo 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.

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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.
• Must be able to safely operate a motor vehicle and follow all local and state laws, road/driving regulations, and company policies.
• 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

• E-4 rank qualifies if meets education and license requirements.

The expected pay range for this role and location is $19–$25/hour. The final agreed-upon compensation will be determined based on specific location and other individual qualifications.

ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.