Field Technician I: Materials Testing & Site Inspections

Socket.dev; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

UES is seeking a Field Technician I for Construction Materials Testing to support engineering, environmental services, materials testing, and inspection projects. You will conduct on-site testing of soil, concrete, asphalt, and aggregates, collect samples, and prepare reports to ensure compliance with project specifications and regulatory requirements.

The role requires outdoor work, frequent travel (up to 70%), and a safety-conscious, detail-oriented approach with opportunities for training and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; vocational training is a plus.
• 0-3 years of field-based outdoor experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with clean record; ability to operate company vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field and laboratory testing of soil, concrete, asphalt, and aggregates to verify compliance with project specs and regulatory requirements.
• Properly collect, label, and transport samples from job sites to laboratories for testing.
• Ensure that project testing requirements are met and compliant with specifications and company procedures.
• Complete detailed reports, logs, and documentation of test results with accuracy and timeliness.
• Maintain testing equipment and ensure proper functioning per guidelines.
• Document test results, observations, and site conditions; prepare reports for project managers.
• Communicate with dispatch, field supervisors, contractors, and project managers with real-time updates.
• Adhere to project timelines; report to sites on time and meet deadlines.
• Adapt to changing requirements and schedules; stay flexible for business needs.
• Participate in ongoing training and certification programs to maintain proficiency.
• Follow OSHA safety protocols and PPE usage; promote a safe work environment.
• Operate and maintain an assigned company vehicle, including routine maintenance.

Skills

Field testing

Sampling

Documentation

Safety awareness

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma

Vocational training in construction/engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

FDC software

Job description

UES is seeking a Field Technician I for Construction Materials Testing to support engineering, environmental services, materials testing, and inspection projects. You will conduct on-site testing of soil, concrete, asphalt, and aggregates, collect samples, and prepare reports to ensure compliance with project specifications and regulatory requirements.

The role requires outdoor work, frequent travel (up to 70%), and a safety-conscious, detail-oriented approach with opportunities for training and