Field Supervisor: Lead Field Techs & Testing

SOCOTEC; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Training

Social activities

Job summary

SOCOTEC in Phoenix, AZ, seeks a Field Supervisor – Field Technicians to lead a team of field technicians and perform billable field observation and testing. You will work with the Field Operations Manager, Project Managers, and Dispatch to ensure safe, accurate, and on-schedule field assignments.

You will coach technicians, monitor performance, review documentation, and ensure proper equipment and certifications are in place.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate's or bachelor's degree preferred.
• 3+ years of construction materials testing or field technician experience preferred.
• Previous leadership, mentoring, or supervisory experience preferred.
• Current certifications applicable to the testing performed, or the ability to obtain required certifications.
• Knowledge of field testing procedures, construction-site practices, documentation requirements, and quality-control standards.
• Strong communication, organization, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritize work, coach and develop employees, and recognize when issues require escalation.
• Ability to work effectively with Dispatch, Project Managers, inspectors, laboratory staff, contractors, clients, and other field personnel.

Responsibilities

• Perform field observation and testing while maintaining proficiency in applicable testing procedures and standards.
• Provide day-to-day leadership, coaching, and support to assigned field technicians.
• Coordinate daily field coverage with Dispatch and the Field Operations Manager and communicate staffing or scheduling changes.
• Monitor technician attendance, productivity, professionalism, work quality, and readiness for assignments.
• Review field reports, test data, photographs, time entries, and other documentation for accuracy and completeness.
• Conduct field check-ins and site visits to observe performance, reinforce procedures, and provide hands-on training.
• Communicate with Project Managers regarding field activities, testing results, schedule changes, and issues requiring attention.
• Help ensure technicians have the appropriate equipment, paperwork, certifications, supplies, and PPE for their assignments.
• Support onboarding and training of new technicians and help employees progress toward required certifications.
• Participate in quality-control and safety meetings and reinforce company policies, technical standards, and lessons learned.
• Address routine employee and project issues and elevate safety, client, personnel, or technical concerns when appropriate.
• Promote a culture of safety, quality, teamwork, professionalism, and excellent client service.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering technology, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

SOCOTEC in Phoenix, AZ, seeks a Field Supervisor – Field Technicians to lead a team of field technicians and perform billable field observation and testing. You will work with the Field Operations Manager, Project Managers, and Dispatch to ensure safe, accurate, and on-schedule field assignments.

You will coach technicians, monitor performance, review documentation, and ensure proper equipment and certifications are in place.