Geotechnical Field Technician: Hands-On Soils Testing

ECS Group of Companies; Franklin (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Group of Companies is seeking a Geotechnical Field Technician to perform field and laboratory testing in support of geotechnical and construction materials projects. The role is primarily field-based and involves subsurface exploration, construction observation, and material testing under project managers and senior staff.

You will develop technical skills through hands-on experience, site visits, and certifications, while maintaining ECS Core Values and a positive customer service attitude.

Qualifications

• Must have field testing and soil observation skills.
• Strong communication and math skills.
• Willingness to work in field conditions and independently.

Responsibilities

• Layout borings and test pits using surveying methods and GPS.
• Observe and classify soils and subsurface conditions.
• Perform field testing, sampling, and inspection of construction materials.

Skills

Field testing

Soil observation

Communication

Mathematics

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

GPS

DCP testing

Soil sampling

Maps reading

Job description

ECS Group of Companies is seeking a Geotechnical Field Technician to perform field and laboratory testing in support of geotechnical and construction materials projects. The role is primarily field-based and involves subsurface exploration, construction observation, and material testing under project managers and senior staff.

You will develop technical skills through hands-on experience, site visits, and certifications, while maintaining ECS Core Values and a positive customer service attitude.