Senior Field Technician - Construction Materials Testing

Engineering Consulting Service; West Chester Township (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Limited, based in West Chester, is hiring a Construction Materials Testing Senior Field Technician I to join our West Chester team. You will perform field observations, testing, sampling, and reporting, collaborating with experienced project management professionals to ensure safe, accurate field operations.

As you gain experience, ECS supports professional development and encourages certification through organizations such as ACI, ASNT, AWS, ICC, NICET, NRCA, RCI, state DOTs, WACEL, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Two advanced certifications applicable to CMT work.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
• Ability to read and interpret engineering plans and specs.
• Strong math and data reduction abilities.

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

Communication skills

Read engineering plans

Math & data reduction

Leadership in field

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Two advanced certifications applicable to CMT work

Job description

ECS Limited, based in West Chester, is hiring a Construction Materials Testing Senior Field Technician I to join our West Chester team. You will perform field observations, testing, sampling, and reporting, collaborating with experienced project management professionals to ensure safe, accurate field operations.

As you gain experience, ECS supports professional development and encourages certification through organizations such as ACI, ASNT, AWS, ICC, NICET, NRCA, RCI, state DOTs, WACEL, and