Entry-Level CMT Field Technician — Paid Training

ECS Mid-Atlantic, LLC; Ballenger Creek (MD); On-site; USD 23,419 - 26,174; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Certification fees covered

Job summary

ECS Limited is seeking a Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Field Technician to join our Frederick team. No experience is required; you’ll learn under experienced professionals and receive paid training.

Starting pay is $17 per hour, with potential to reach $19 per hour depending on location and qualifications. Responsibilities include field observation, testing, sampling of soils, aggregates, and concrete, and data collection with guidance from senior staff.

Qualifications

• No experience required.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Must lift a minimum of 85 pounds.
• Must have a valid driver's license and insurance.
• Willing to develop understanding of CMT principles and ASTM standards.
• OSHA 10 certification may be required.
• Strong communication skills (speaking, reading, and writing).
• Ability to work effectively with contractors, peers, and supervisors.

Responsibilities

• Conduct observation, testing, and sampling of materials, including soils, aggregates, and concrete on construction materials testing project sites; work under guidance of senior technicians and project managers.
• Conduct routine field and laboratory tests for soils, aggregates, and concrete using various methodologies and testing equipment following industry standards.
• Perform calculations and data reduction based on sampling, test results, and inspection; may assist with calculations, drafting, and other administrative duties.
• Maintain daily communication with site contractors, fellow technicians, and project managers; communicate changing site conditions and additional requested testing to supervisor.
• Receive training in ECS methodology for project observations, inspections, and testing; document findings with precision.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Valid driver's license

Job description

ECS Limited is seeking a Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Field Technician to join our Frederick team. No experience is required; you’ll learn under experienced professionals and receive paid training.

Starting pay is $17 per hour, with potential to reach $19 per hour depending on location and qualifications. Responsibilities include field observation, testing, sampling of soils, aggregates, and concrete, and data collection with guidance from senior staff.