Laboratory Technician: Paid Training & Certification Path

Engineering Consulting Service; Ysleta (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Certification fees paid

Job summary

ECS Limited is hiring a Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Laboratory Technician for the El Paso team. No experience is required; you will learn under experienced staff in soils and concrete labs. Paid training, opportunities for certifications, and growth within the lab are provided.

You will assist with basic tests, data entry, and maintaining QA/QC documentation in a collaborative environment. Candidates should be able to lift up to 50 pounds, follow directions closely, and have strong

Qualifications

• 0 years of related experience.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Obtain lab certifications applicable to the lab work performed as per policy; certifications for soils and concrete labs if applicable.
• Strong communication and basic math skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in data recording.
• Dependable, self-motivated, and responsible work ethic.
• Ability to follow directions and work under close supervision.
• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds multiple times per day.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic laboratory tests on construction material samples under supervision.
• Assists with sample preparation and testing procedures.
• Compiles test results, data input, data processing, and other administrative duties.
• Performs soils laboratory testing (e.g., Atterberg limits, gradation, swell, moisture, visuals, UCS, proctor).
• Performs concrete laboratory testing (e.g., stripping/labeling samples, curing, temperature logs, breaking).
• Maintains a clean and organized laboratory environment.
• Supports calibration and maintenance of equipment; maintains calibration records.
• Notifies supervisors of damaged or missing equipment.
• Assists with additional laboratory functions and occasional fieldwork as needed.

Skills

Lab testing

Data entry

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Excel

Word

Lab equipment

Job description

ECS Limited is hiring a Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Laboratory Technician for the El Paso team. No experience is required; you will learn under experienced staff in soils and concrete labs. Paid training, opportunities for certifications, and growth within the lab are provided.

You will assist with basic tests, data entry, and maintaining QA/QC documentation in a collaborative environment. Candidates should be able to lift up to 50 pounds, follow directions closely, and have strong