Field Quality Assurance Technician – Building Science

ECS Group of Companies; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)

401(k) with up to 4% match

Tuition assistance

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

ECS Group of Companies is hiring Building Science + Infrastructure Technicians to perform field tests and observations on varied projects. You will operate both indoors and outdoors and must maintain a positive customer service attitude while aligning with ECS Core Values.

The role emphasizes learning testing methods, documenting findings, and communicating with project teams. A valid driver's license and ability to lift 40 pounds are required; some certifications are preferred.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of related field experience.
• Valid driver’s license required for ECS subsidiary work.
• Must be able to lift 40 pounds repeatedly and work at heights.
• Certifications preferred but not required (NRCA, IIBEC, AWCI EIFS Inspector, ICC).

Responsibilities

• Testing and observations for new construction, building enclosure, forensic investigation and related services.
• Perform field and laboratory testing and observations.
• Progressively learn testing of various systems in indoor and outdoor environments.
• Communicate daily with ECS technicians, project managers, principals, clients and site reps.
• Attend project meetings with senior staff and clients as requested.
• Document test results and observations in reports.
• Calibrate and use field equipment; assist with maintenance.
• Incidental duties may include office tasks and report production.
• Other duties as requested.

Skills

Customer service orientation

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate or technical degree in civil/architectural engineering or related field

NRCA, IIBEC, AWCI EIFS Inspector or ICC certifications

Job description

ECS Group of Companies is hiring Building Science + Infrastructure Technicians to perform field tests and observations on varied projects. You will operate both indoors and outdoors and must maintain a positive customer service attitude while aligning with ECS Core Values.

The role emphasizes learning testing methods, documenting findings, and communicating with project teams. A valid driver's license and ability to lift 40 pounds are required; some certifications are preferred.