Entry-Level CMT Field Technician — Paid Training

ECS Group of Companies; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Certification fees paid

Job summary

ECS Group of Companies is hiring a Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Field Technician in Chesapeake. No experience is required as you will learn under experienced professionals to safely perform a variety of tasks.

This role involves observing, testing, and sampling soils, aggregates, and concrete on project sites, with on-the-job training and opportunities to obtain OSHA 10, ACI, ASNT, ICC, NICET, NRCA, RCI certifications.

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.

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.

Skills

Strong communication

OSHA 10 certification may be required

Teamwork with contractors/supervisors

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

ECS Group of Companies is hiring a Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Field Technician in Chesapeake. No experience is required as you will learn under experienced professionals to safely perform a variety of tasks.

This role involves observing, testing, and sampling soils, aggregates, and concrete on project sites, with on-the-job training and opportunities to obtain OSHA 10, ACI, ASNT, ICC, NICET, NRCA, RCI certifications.