Senior Construction Materials Field Technician

ECS Mid-Atlantic, LLC; Virginia, Richmond (MN, VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented and certified Construction Materials Testing Senior Field Technician to join their team. This role offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with experienced professionals while performing essential field activities, including testing and inspection of various construction materials. As you grow in your career, you'll receive support for professional development and certification opportunities. Join a company that values employee ownership and offers great benefits such as health insurance and retirement plans. If you're ready to advance your skills in a dynamic environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

Retirement Plans

Mileage Reimbursement

Qualifications

• 2+ years of related experience in construction materials testing.
• Willingness to obtain additional advanced certifications.

Responsibilities

• Conduct observation, testing, and inspection of construction materials.
• Maintain communication with site contractors and project managers.

Skills

Construction Materials Testing

Strong Communication Skills

Math Skills

OSHA Safety Practices

Proficiency with Electronic Devices

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

Job description

What You'll Do

ECS Limited offers a unique opportunity for a talented and certified Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Senior Field Technician to join our Richmond team. We provide opportunities for professional development with additional incentives as you advance your skills and gain experience. In this role, you'll collaborate and develop with experienced project management professionals to safely perform a variety of tasks in the Field Services department.

Responsibilities

1. Field Activities: Perform observation, testing, sampling, and inspection of materials including soils, aggregates, concrete, grout, masonry, asphalt, and structural steel placement on construction sites. Execute tasks based on project requirements under the guidance of senior technicians, staff professionals, and project managers.
2. Testing Procedures: Conduct routine field tests for various materials using industry-standard methodologies and testing equipment, ensuring compliance.
3. Data Collection: Perform calculations and data reduction based on sampling, test results, and inspections. Develop skills in documentation and prepare field reports detailing site observations.
4. Communication: Maintain daily communication with site contractors, technicians, and project managers. Keep supervisors informed of site conditions and additional testing requests. Attend project meetings as needed.
5. Training and Development: Receive training in ECS methodology for project observations, inspections, and testing. Document findings accurately following accepted engineering practices.

Career Development

As your experience grows, ECS will support your professional skill enhancement and encourage participation in training programs and certification opportunities through organizations such as ACI, ASNT, AWS, ICC, NICET, NRCA, RCI, and others.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years of related experience
• High School diploma or GED
• Current basic certifications and willingness to obtain two additional advanced certifications
• OSHA 10 certification is a plus
• Ability to lift 40-70 lbs multiple times a day and occasionally up to 85 lbs
• Valid driver's license and insurance
• Reliable transportation for job sites (mileage reimbursed)
• Strong communication skills
• Understanding of heavy construction safety practices
• Proficiency with electronic devices
• Strong math skills and ability to interpret plans
• Basic knowledge of MS Office

Who We Are

ECS Group of Companies, founded in 1988, is a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental, and facilities consulting services. We are employee-owned with over 2,800 employees across more than 100 offices. ECS is ranked #64 in ENR's Top 500 Design Firms (April 2024) and #144 in ENR's Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2024). We offer great benefits including paid time off, health insurance, retirement plans, and more. ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.