Laboratory Technician

ECS Group of Companies; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Limited is seeking a Construction Materials Testing Laboratory Technician to join our Houston team. No experience is required as you learn under experienced staff and work toward certifications in soils or concrete.

You will perform diverse lab tasks, adhere to QA/QC and safety standards, and collect data for projects across multiple materials testing methods. A drivers license and ability to lift 50 pounds are required, with paid training provided.

Qualifications

• No experience required.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Willing to obtain and maintain laboratory certifications for concrete or soils; Both will be required if work will be performed in both labs.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Must have valid drivers license and insurance.
• Willing to obtain knowledge of CMT laboratory equipment, testing methods, and ASTM laboratory standards, leading to certifications in soils, concrete, or both.
• Strong communication skills (speaking, reading, and writing).
• Ability to work effectively with peers and supervisors.

Responsibilities

• Laboratory Activities: Perform tasks for laboratory testing on construction materials under supervision.
• Laboratory Safety and Compliance: Conduct tests following industry standards; maintain lab organization and QA/QC compliance.
• Soils Testing: Conduct routine soils tests including Atterberg limits, gradation analyses, moisture content, and strength testing.
• Concrete Testing: Conduct routine concrete tests including labeling, curing, temperature logs, and breaking samples.
• Data Collection: Calculate and document results; may perform administrative duties as requested.

Skills

Strong communication

Physical strength

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

No experience necessary, paid training is provided, and we pay your certification fees!

ECS Limited is offering a unique opportunity for a talented Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Laboratory Technician to join our Houston team. We offer opportunities for growth in this role with additional incentives as you earn your certifications. No prior experience is needed, as you'll work under the guidance of experienced professionals to learn to safely perform a variety of tasks in our concrete and soils laboratories.

Responsibilities

• Laboratory Activities: Perform specific tasks associated with conducting laboratory testing on construction materials for various projects under the supervision of senior technicians and other lab staff.
• Laboratory Safety and Compliance: Conduct routine laboratory tests using various methodologies and testing equipment following industry standards and compliance; Assist with tasks to maintain laboratory organization and cleanliness in compliance with Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC) initiatives to maintain accreditation compliance; Tasks may include calibration and maintenance of laboratory equipment following the manufacturer’s schedule and records; Notify supervisor of broken or missing equipment as needed.
• Soils Testing: Conduct routine laboratory tests for soils including Atterberg limits, gradation analyses, swell testing, moisture content testing, unconfined compressive strength testing, standard and modified proctor testing, and begin learning how to visually classify soils.
• Concrete Testing: Conduct routine laboratory tests for concrete including labeling and setting samples for curing, monitoring temperature logs, and breaking of samples.
• Data Collection: Perform calculations and data reduction based on test results; Demonstrate competency of testing methods by documenting results accurately; May perform administrative duties as requested.

Career Development

As Your Experience Grows, ECS Will

• Support you in enhancing your professional skills.
• Encourage participation and advancement 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.
• Must be willing to obtain and maintain laboratory certifications for concrete or soils; Both will be required if work will be performed in both labs.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Must have valid driver's license and insurance.
• Willing to obtain knowledge of CMT laboratory equipment, testing methods, and ASTM laboratory standards, leading to certifications in soils, concrete, or both.
• Strong communication skills (speaking, reading, and writing).
• Ability to work effectively with peers and supervisors.

Military Qualifications

• The following US Military ranks will qualify for this position IF they also meet the education, certification, and licenses requirements from the above section titled "Required Qualifications":
  • E-4

ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and building science + infrastructure consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,00 employees in 100+ offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #60 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2026), #148 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2025) and #38 in Zweig Group’s Hot Firm List (June 2026). For additional information about ECS, visit: www.ecslimited.com.

ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.