Field Technician I: Outdoor Materials Testing & Inspections

Socket.dev; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

UES is seeking a Field Technician I to join our team, performing on-site inspections, materials testing, and environmental sampling to ensure construction and environmental projects meet standards. The role involves frequent travel to job sites, promoting hands-on skill development, teamwork, and adherence to safety protocols in a dynamic outdoor setting.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, safety-conscious, and capable of working both independently and with a team, with opportunities for

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; vocational training is a plus.
• 0–3 years in outdoor/field roles preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with safe driving record.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field and laboratory testing of materials to verify specs and regulations.
• Collect, label, and transport samples to laboratories.
• Maintain testing equipment and ensure proper documentation of results.
• Prepare detailed reports and communicate status to project teams.
• Follow OSHA safety protocols and PPE usage at all times.
• Operate and maintain an assigned company vehicle and support travel to job sites.

Skills

Detail orientation

Safety-conscious

Independent & collaborative

Time management

Education

High school diploma

Tools

ACI Level 1 testing

Field Data Collection (FDC) software

Job description

UES is seeking a Field Technician I to join our team, performing on-site inspections, materials testing, and environmental sampling to ensure construction and environmental projects meet standards. The role involves frequent travel to job sites, promoting hands-on skill development, teamwork, and adherence to safety protocols in a dynamic outdoor setting.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, safety-conscious, and capable of working both independently and with a team, with opportunities for