Field Technician I: Outdoor Materials Testing & Inspection

UES, Inc.; Lewistown (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive travel opportunities

Company vehicle & routine maintenance

Job summary

UES, Inc. is seeking a Field Technician I to join our team supporting engineering, environmental services, and materials testing. You will perform on-site inspections, collect samples, conduct laboratory tests, and help ensure compliance with specifications while traveling to multiple job sites.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, safety-conscious, and enjoys outdoor work. The role offers growth, technical training, and opportunities to advance within a dynamic industry.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; vocational training or coursework is a plus.
• 0–3 years of field, outdoor, or physically demanding work preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with a safe driving record.
• Industrial certifications such as ACI Level 1 concrete testing, or ability to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field and laboratory testing of soil, concrete, asphalt, aggregate and other materials.
• Properly collect, label, and transport samples to laboratories for testing.
• Ensure testing requirements are met per project specs and company policies.
• Prepare detailed test reports, logs, and documentation for project managers.
• Maintain testing equipment and ensure proper operation per guidelines.
• Document test results, site conditions, and observations clearly and timely.
• Provide real-time updates to dispatch, field supervisors, and project managers.
• Adhere to project timelines, travel schedules, and safety protocols.
• Operate assigned company vehicle and schedule routine maintenance.
• Participate in training and certification programs as required.

Skills

Safe driving

Blueprint reading

Time management

Attention to detail

Communication

Independent and collaborative work

Adaptive to schedule changes

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational training or relevant coursework

Tools

Field Data Collection (FDC) software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

UES, Inc. is seeking a Field Technician I to join our team supporting engineering, environmental services, and materials testing. You will perform on-site inspections, collect samples, conduct laboratory tests, and help ensure compliance with specifications while traveling to multiple job sites.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, safety-conscious, and enjoys outdoor work. The role offers growth, technical training, and opportunities to advance within a dynamic industry.