Senior Laboratory Technician

ECS Group of Companies; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Limited in Cleveland is seeking a Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Senior Laboratory Technician I to join our team. You will perform laboratory testing on concrete and soils, following ASTM methods and QA/QC procedures under supervision, while developing with experienced staff.

The role emphasizes data interpretation, report preparation, and calibration of equipment, with opportunities for growth and additional certifications as you advance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required with relevant lab certifications.
• Experience with laboratory testing and standard methods is expected.
• Ability to follow ASTM standards and maintain QA/QC records.

Responsibilities

• Performs laboratory testing on construction material samples.
• Applies standard and advanced testing procedures per established methods.
• Interprets test data and prepares summaries or reports under supervision.
• Performs calculations and data reduction for test results.
• Supports advanced testing activities under guidance of senior staff.
• Performs soils and concrete lab testing with supervision; maintains logs.
• Maintains clean, organized lab in compliance with QA/QC and accreditation.
• Performs calibration and maintenance of lab equipment; records kept.
• Notifies supervisors of damaged equipment and supports audits.
• Trains and mentors junior laboratory staff; assists with fieldwork as needed.

Skills

Communication

Math skills

Data recording

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Lab equipment

ASTM familiarity

Education

High school diploma or GED

Lab certifications (per policy)

Tools

Breakpro

Keylab

Excel

Job description

ECS Limited is offering a unique opportunity for a talented and certified Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Senior Laboratory Technician I to join our Cleveland team. We offer opportunities for growth in this role with additional incentives as you advance your skills and gain experience. In this role, you'll continue to collaborate and develop with experienced professionals to safely perform a variety of tasks in our concrete and soils laboratories.

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

Career Development

• Support you in enhancing your professional skills.
• Encourage participation and advancement in internal and external training programs and certification opportunities provided by ASTM or other organizations.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Basic certifications and one additional certification (three total) as per the ECS Technician Certification Policy
  • If work is performed in both soils and concrete labs, certifications are required for both laboratories
  • Other certifications, such as NICET Soils I/II/III, WACEL Soils/Concrete and Laboratory, and others, are a plus
• If driving for or on behalf of any ECS subsidiary, a valid driver's license is required
• 2 years of related experience
• Strong communication and basic math skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy in data recording and reporting
• Dependable, self-motivated, and responsible work ethic
• Strong working knowledge of laboratory equipment and testing methods
• Proficiency in performing tests in accordance with ASTM standards
• Ability to interpret test data and prepare summaries or reports
• Proficiency with computers, including Microsoft Word and Excel
• Experience using laboratory software systems (e.g., Breakpro or Keylab)
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds multiple times per day

Military Qualifications

• The following US Military ranks will qualify for this position IF they also meet the education and certification requirements from the above section titled "Required Qualifications":
  • E-4/E-5

ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.