Field Building Science Technician – Tests & Enclosures

ECS Group of Companies; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

ESOP

401(k) with match

Tuition assistance

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

ECS Group of Companies is seeking Building Science + Infrastructure Technicians to perform field tests and observations on projects, communicating results to clients and project teams. The role emphasizes safety, learning, and a positive customer service attitude while working in varied outdoor conditions.

The Technician will participate in testing, calibration of field equipment, and reporting. A high school diploma is required, with preferred technical degrees and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate or technical degree in civil engineering, architectural engineering or a related field preferred.
• 0-2 years of related experience.
• Professional certifications are preferred but not required, including NRCA, IIBEC, AWCI Certified EIFS Inspector and/or relevant ICC certifications
• If driving for, or on behalf of, any ECS subsidiary, a valid driver's license is required
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 pounds multiple times per day, stand for extended periods, walk on uneven ground through various terrains, and have the ability to perform work at heights.

Responsibilities

• Testing and observations for new construction or the built environment, specialized testing, building enclosure consulting, forensic investigation, and other building science & infrastructure related services.
• Perform field and laboratory testing and observations.
• Progressive learning about testing and observations of various systems while working both indoors and outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.
• Daily communication with other ECS technicians, project managers, principals, clients and other site representatives.
• Attend project meetings with ECS senior staff and/or clients as requested.
• Progressive understanding of systems and structures and the way we observe, test and investigate them. Document test results and observations in reports appropriately.
• Learn to calibrate and use field equipment. Assist with maintenance and organization of field equipment.
• Notify supervisor of broken or missing equipment.
• Incidental duties may include office clerical tasks, report production assistance and other office or lab related tasks.
• Other duties as requested.

Skills

Customer service attitude

Field testing

Communication

Equipment calibration

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate or technical degree in civil engineering or related field

NRCA / IIBEC / AWCI Certifications or ICC certifications

Tools

NRCA tooling

Job description

ECS Group of Companies is seeking Building Science + Infrastructure Technicians to perform field tests and observations on projects, communicating results to clients and project teams. The role emphasizes safety, learning, and a positive customer service attitude while working in varied outdoor conditions.

The Technician will participate in testing, calibration of field equipment, and reporting. A high school diploma is required, with preferred technical degrees and relevant certifications.