Lead Construction Materials Field Technician

ECS Group of Companies; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Limited in Fort Worth seeks a certified Construction Materials Testing Senior Field Technician to join our Fort Worth team. You will work with experienced project management professionals to safely perform field testing, sampling, and inspection across soils, aggregates, concrete, grout, masonry, asphalt, and structural steel placements.

This role emphasizes training and professional development with certifications through ACI, ASNT, ICC, NICET, NRCA, and state DOTs.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of related experience.
• High School diploma or GED.
• Must maintain current basic level certifications and an additional 2 advanced certifications.
• OSHA 10 is a plus.
• Physical: must be able to lift 40-70 lbs multiple times daily and up to 85 lbs occasionally.
• Must have valid driver''s license and insurance; mileage reimbursed.
• Strong communication skills (speaking, reading, and writing).
• Proficiency with electronic devices (phones, tablets, laptops) and basic MS Office.
• Ability to read maps and interpret engineering/construction plans; strong math skills.

Responsibilities

• Field Activities: observation, testing, sampling, and inspection of materials at construction sites.
• Testing Procedures: perform routine field tests for various materials using industry standards.
• Data Collection: calculate, reduce data, draft field reports documenting site observations.
• Communication: daily liaison with contractors, technicians, and project managers; report changes.
• Training and Development: participate in ECS training and pursue certifications as outlined.

Skills

2+ years experience

Strong communication skills

Heavy construction safety knowledge

Proficiency with electronic devices

Strong math skills

MS Office basics

Valid driver''s license

Transportation for job sites

Reading maps and engineering plans

Education

High School diploma or GED

Basic and 2 advanced certifications

Job description

ECS Limited in Fort Worth seeks a certified Construction Materials Testing Senior Field Technician to join our Fort Worth team. You will work with experienced project management professionals to safely perform field testing, sampling, and inspection across soils, aggregates, concrete, grout, masonry, asphalt, and structural steel placements.

This role emphasizes training and professional development with certifications through ACI, ASNT, ICC, NICET, NRCA, and state DOTs.