Field Technician I - Outdoor Materials Testing

Socket.dev; Ashland (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

UES is seeking a Field Technician I to support engineering, environmental services, materials testing, and inspection projects. You will perform on-site inspections, test soils and construction materials, and collect samples for laboratory analysis, ensuring compliance with standards.

The role offers extensive field exposure, frequent travel, and opportunities for hands-on skill development with a focus on safety and accuracy.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; vocational training is a plus.
• Or other technical training relevant to field testing.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field and laboratory testing of soils, concrete, asphalt, aggregate, and other construction materials.
• Collect, label, and transport samples from job sites to laboratories.
• Ensure testing requirements meet project specs and regulatory standards.
• Complete detailed reports and documentation of test results for project managers.
• Maintain testing equipment and perform routine calibration and maintenance.
• Communicate site conditions and test results to stakeholders in real time.

Skills

Driver's license

Field testing

Laboratory testing

Safety compliance

Data collection

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Vocational training in construction/engineering/geology

ACI Level 1 Concrete Testing

Tools

Field Data Collection (FDC) software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

UES is seeking a Field Technician I to support engineering, environmental services, materials testing, and inspection projects. You will perform on-site inspections, test soils and construction materials, and collect samples for laboratory analysis, ensuring compliance with standards.

The role offers extensive field exposure, frequent travel, and opportunities for hands-on skill development with a focus on safety and accuracy.