Field Testing Technician: NDE & Structural Inspections

ECS Group of Companies; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Group of Companies is seeking a Specialty Technician I to join our Birmingham team. You will perform field-based destructive and non-destructive testing, inspection, and observation to support specialty construction materials testing projects.

This role focuses on structural steel inspections, welding observations, and NDE under guidance from experienced staff. You will develop technical competency in specialty testing methods, maintain a customer-service mindset, and uphold ECS Core Values

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2 years of related experience.
• Obtain two specialty certifications per ECS Technician Certification Policy.
• OSHA 10 may be required.
• Valid driver’s license if driving for ECS.
• Strong communication skills, dependable and detail-oriented.
• Basic math and data documentation skills.
• Ability to interpret plans, specifications, and instructions.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle safely.

Responsibilities

• Perform destructive and non-destructive testing on construction materials.
• Inspect structural steel, reinforcing steel, and welded or bolted connections.
• Conduct field observations and collect samples for testing.
• Document findings per engineering and inspection standards.
• Communicate daily with contractors, technicians, and project managers.
• Submit daily field reports and documentation.
• Maintain and organize field testing equipment.
• Attend project meetings as requested.
• Performs other specialty testing and inspection duties as assigned.

Skills

Clear communication

Detail oriented

Independent worker

Plan & interpret

Equipment operation

Data documentation

Mathematical calculations

NDT familiarity

Education

High school diploma or GED

OSHA 10 certification (may be required)

Specialty certifications per policy

Tools

NDT equipment calibration

Field reporting systems

Job description

ECS Group of Companies is seeking a Specialty Technician I to join our Birmingham team. You will perform field-based destructive and non-destructive testing, inspection, and observation to support specialty construction materials testing projects.

This role focuses on structural steel inspections, welding observations, and NDE under guidance from experienced staff. You will develop technical competency in specialty testing methods, maintain a customer-service mindset, and uphold ECS Core Values