Field Technician: Structural & NDE Testing

Engineering Consulting Service; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Limited in Jacksonville, FL is seeking a Specialty Technician I to support field-based testing, inspection, and observation for specialty construction materials projects.

You will perform destructive and non-destructive testing, inspect structural steel and welds, collect samples, and document findings with daily reports. This role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and reliability as you develop technical skills under experienced staff.

Qualifications

• 2 years of related experience in testing or inspection.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two specialty certifications per ECS policy; OSHA 10 may be required.

Responsibilities

• Performs destructive and non-destructive testing on construction materials.
• Conducts inspections of structural steel and connections (welded and bolted).
• Performs field observations and inspections and collects samples for testing.
• Documents findings in accordance with engineering and inspection standards.
• Communicates daily with contractors, technicians, and project managers.
• Reports changes in site conditions and additional testing needs.
• Prepares and submits daily field reports and documentation.
• Performs basic calculations and data reduction tasks.
• Maintains and organizes field testing equipment.
• Notifies supervisors of damaged or missing equipment.
• Attends project meetings as requested.

Skills

Strong communication

Detail-oriented

Team player

Safety-conscious

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

NDT equipment calibration

Field reporting systems

Job description

ECS Limited in Jacksonville, FL is seeking a Specialty Technician I to support field-based testing, inspection, and observation for specialty construction materials projects.

You will perform destructive and non-destructive testing, inspect structural steel and welds, collect samples, and document findings with daily reports. This role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and reliability as you develop technical skills under experienced staff.