Senior Field Technician: Geotech & Inspections Lead

UES; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

UES is seeking a Field Technician III to perform advanced field testing, troubleshooting, and inspections across projects in construction, environmental, and infrastructure contexts. You will lead field activities, mentor junior technicians, and ensure accurate data collection while complying with safety and regulatory standards.

You will travel to job sites nationally, work with engineers and clients to resolve testing challenges, and uphold quality reporting.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of field-based experience in materials testing or inspection.
• Certification such as ACI Level 1 preferred or obtainable soon.
• Valid driver\u2019s license with clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Perform field testing on soils, concrete, asphalt, and environmental samples per specs and OSHA rules.
• Analyze results, identify compliance risks, and recommend corrective actions.
• Lead field activities on projects, coordinate crews, and ensure timely reporting.
• Mentor junior technicians and train teams on testing procedures and safety.
• Travel to job sites 5070% of the time and maintain field equipment.

Skills

Field testing

Troubleshooting

Inspection

Geotechnical fieldwork

OSHA knowledge

Valid driver\u2019s license

Microsoft Office

Field Data Collection software

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational training or coursework in construction/geology

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Field Data Collection software

Job description

UES is seeking a Field Technician III to perform advanced field testing, troubleshooting, and inspections across projects in construction, environmental, and infrastructure contexts. You will lead field activities, mentor junior technicians, and ensure accurate data collection while complying with safety and regulatory standards.

You will travel to job sites nationally, work with engineers and clients to resolve testing challenges, and uphold quality reporting.