Senior Construction Materials Field Tech – Lead & Mentor

ECS Group of Companies; Harrisonburg (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Group of Companies is seeking a qualified Construction Materials Testing Senior Field Technician I to join our Harrisonburg team. You will work with experienced project managers to safely perform testing, recording results, and supporting field operations.

Required are a high school diploma or GED, 2 years of related experience, and certifications. You will mentor junior staff and participate in project meetings while maintaining equipment and data systems.

Qualifications

• 2 years of related experience.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Maintain basic certifications and two advanced certifications applicable to the work performed.

Responsibilities

• Performs field observation, testing, sampling, and inspection of soils, aggregates, concrete, masonry, asphalt, structural steel, and related materials.
• Executes testing activities on projects of moderate complexity with minimal supervision.
• Communicates daily with contractors, technicians, and project managers.
• Reports changing site conditions and additional testing needs to supervisors.
• Prepares accurate and detailed daily field reports documenting site conditions and results.
• Performs calculations, data reduction, and documentation tasks.
• Maintains and organizes field equipment and testing materials.
• Assists in resolving field-related issues and supports project execution.
• Trains and mentors Technician I and Technician II staff in field procedures and documentation.
• Participates in project meetings with senior staff as requested.
• Performs other field and project support duties as assigned.

Skills

Field observation

Data reduction

Plans interpretation

Independent work & leadership

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Electronic data systems

Testing equipment

Job description

ECS Group of Companies is seeking a qualified Construction Materials Testing Senior Field Technician I to join our Harrisonburg team. You will work with experienced project managers to safely perform testing, recording results, and supporting field operations.

Required are a high school diploma or GED, 2 years of related experience, and certifications. You will mentor junior staff and participate in project meetings while maintaining equipment and data systems.