Laboratory Technician

ECS Group of Companies; Hanover (MD); On-site; USD 24,796 - 26,174; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Certification fees covered

Opportunities for professional development

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Baltimore, MD is seeking a Construction Materials Testing Laboratory Technician. This role requires no prior experience and offers paid training and certification opportunities. Responsibilities include performing tests on construction materials, maintaining equipment, and ensuring a clean laboratory environment. Ideal candidates should possess a high school diploma, communication skills, and a willingness to learn. Competitive pay rate between $18.00/hr to $19.00/hr, with opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Willingness to obtain and maintain laboratory certifications for concrete or soils.
• Strong communication skills (speaking, reading, writing).
• Ability to work effectively with peers and supervisors.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory testing on construction materials under supervisory guidance.
• Conduct routine laboratory tests for soils and concrete.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, keep the lab organized and clean.
• Perform calculations and data reduction, document results accurately.

Job description

Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Laboratory Technician

Location: Baltimore, MD. We offer paid training, certification fees covered, and no prior experience needed.

Pay

Base pay range: $18.00/hr - $19.00/hr.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory testing on construction materials under supervisory guidance.
• Conduct routine laboratory tests for soils and concrete, maintain laboratory equipment, keep the lab organized and clean following QA/QC and accreditation standards.
• Perform calculations and data reduction, document results accurately; may assist with administrative duties.

Career Development

• Support in enhancing professional skills.
• Encourage participation in internal and external training programs and certification opportunities provided by ASTM or other organizations.

Required Qualifications

• No experience required.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Willingness to obtain and maintain laboratory certifications for concrete or soils (both if working in both labs).
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Valid driver's license and insurance.
• Willingness to gain knowledge of CMT laboratory equipment, testing methods, and ASTM standards, leading to certifications.
• Strong communication skills (speaking, reading, writing).
• Ability to work effectively with peers and supervisors.

Company Information

ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988, is employee‑owned and has over 3,000 employees at 100+ offices and testing facilities. ECS ranks #66 in Engineering News‑Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2025), #148 in Environmental Firms (October 2025) and #50 in Zweig Group’s Hot Firm List (May 2025). For more information visit www.ecslimited.com.