Field Technician

Buildswfl; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Buildswfl in Fort Myers, FL is seeking a field technician to perform field and lab testing of soils, concrete, asphalt, and aggregates, ensuring compliance with project requirements. You will collect samples, label them, and maintain logs and reports while traveling to client sites up to 70% of the time.

Responsibilities include operating and maintaining field testing equipment and company vehicles, communicating status to supervisors and project managers, and strictly following OSHA safety

Qualifications

• Experience with field and lab testing of soils, concrete and aggregates preferred.
• Ability to maintain logs, reports and accurate sample documentation.
• Must be able to travel frequently and lift 35–75 lbs outdoors.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field and lab testing of soil, concrete, asphalt, and aggregates to verify compliance with standards and project requirements.
• Collect, label, and transport samples, maintain accurate logs and reports.
• Operate and maintain field testing equipment and company vehicles.
• Communicate job status with supervisors, contractors, and project managers.
• Follow OSHA and company safety protocols, including proper PPE use.

Skills

Field testing

Lab testing

Safety protocols

Documentation

Communication

Equipment maintenance

Organization

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical coursework in construction/engineering

Job description

• Conduct field and lab testing of soil, concrete, asphalt, and aggregates to verify compliance with standards and project requirements.
• Collect, label, and transport samples, maintain accurate logs and reports.
• Operate and maintain field testing equipment and company vehicles.
• Communicate job status with supervisors, contractors, and project managers.
• Follow OSHA and company safety protocols, including proper PPE use.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (technical coursework in construction/engineering a plus).
• 0–3 years of field or construction-related experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable record, ability to travel frequently (up to 70%).
• Ability to obtain/hold industry certifications (e.g., ACI Level 1).
• Strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lift 35–75 lbs. and work outdoors in varying environmental conditions.
• Basic computer proficiency (Microsoft Office, FDC software a plus).