Field Technician: On-Site Testing & Inspections

UES, Inc.; Maine; On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

UES, Inc. is seeking a Field Technician I to perform on-site inspections, materials testing, and environmental sampling for construction, infrastructure, and environmental projects.

The role includes travel to job sites, collaboration with a project team, and ensuring compliance with industry standards and safety regulations. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, safety-conscious, and comfortable working outdoors.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 0-3 years of field-based outdoor or physically demanding work preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with clean record; able to operate company vehicles.
• ACI Level 1 Concrete Testing or ability to obtain within specified time.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field and laboratory testing of soil, concrete, asphalt, aggregate, and other construction materials to verify compliance with project specifications and regulatory requirements.
• Properly collect, label, and transport samples from job sites to laboratories for testing and analysis.
• Ensure testing requirements are met and compliant with project specs and company policies.
• Complete detailed reports, logs, and documentation of test results for project managers.
• Maintain testing equipment and perform routine maintenance as required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety compliance

Outdoor work

Communication

Time management

Problem solving

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational training in construction/engineering/geology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Field Data Collection (FDC)

Job description

UES, Inc. is seeking a Field Technician I to perform on-site inspections, materials testing, and environmental sampling for construction, infrastructure, and environmental projects.

The role includes travel to job sites, collaboration with a project team, and ensuring compliance with industry standards and safety regulations. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, safety-conscious, and comfortable working outdoors.