Senior Lab Technician - Construction Materials Testing

ECS Midwest, LLC; Brooklyn Heights (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Limited is seeking a certified Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Senior Laboratory Technician I to join our Cleveland team. You will work with experienced professionals to safely perform testing in concrete and soils labs, interpreting data, preparing reports, and supporting QA/QC and audits.

The role offers growth opportunities, exposure to ASTM standards, and mentoring of junior staff while maintaining a clean, well-organized lab and accurate data records in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2 years related experience.
• Strong communication and basic math skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Experience using Breakpro or Keylab software.

Responsibilities

• Performs laboratory testing on construction material samples
• Applies standard and advanced testing procedures in accordance with established methods (e.g., ASTM standards)
• Interprets test data and prepares summaries or reports under the direction of the Laboratory Manager
• Performs calculations and data reduction for test results
• Supports advanced testing activities under the guidance of senior staff
• Performs soils laboratory testing including but not limited to, with little supervision: Atterberg limits, Gradation analyses, Swell testing, Moisture content testing, Visual classifications (begin to learn), Unconfined compressive strength testing of soil and rock
• Performs concrete laboratory testing including but not limited to, with little supervision: Stripping and labeling samples, Setting samples for curing, Monitoring daily temperature logs, Breaking of samples
• Calculations and data reduction of test results and other administrative duties, as appropriate
• Maintains a clean and organized laboratory in compliance with QA/QC and accreditation requirements (e.g., DOT, AMRL, CCRL, AASHTO)
• Performs calibration and maintenance of laboratory equipment and maintains records
• Notifies supervisors of damaged or missing equipment
• Prepares for and supports external audits and assessments
• Trains and mentors junior laboratory staff
• Assists with additional laboratory functions and occasional fieldwork as needed

Skills

Laboratory testing

Data interpretation

Report writing

Excel/Word

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certifications ( soils & concrete labs )

Tools

Breakpro

Keylab

Job description

ECS Limited is seeking a certified Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Senior Laboratory Technician I to join our Cleveland team. You will work with experienced professionals to safely perform testing in concrete and soils labs, interpreting data, preparing reports, and supporting QA/QC and audits.

The role offers growth opportunities, exposure to ASTM standards, and mentoring of junior staff while maintaining a clean, well-organized lab and accurate data records in a dynamic environment.