Soils Lab Technician | Paid Training & Certifications

Engineering Consulting Service; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Limited is seeking an entry-level Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Soils Laboratory Technician to join our Louisville team. No experience required; paid training provided and we offer certification fee coverage as you progress.

You will perform basic soil and construction material tests under supervision, learn to operate in our soils and concrete labs, and support data entry and QA/QC documentation. Opportunities for growth and certification incentives are included.

Qualifications

• 0 years of related experience implied by the listing.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Lab certifications applicable to the lab work performed as per ECS Technician Certification Policy.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic laboratory tests on soil and construction material samples under supervision.
• Assists with sample preparation and testing procedures.
• Compiles test results, data input, data processing, and other administrative duties.
• Performs soils laboratory testing including but not limited to: Atterberg limits, Gradation analyses, Swell testing, Moisture content testing, Visual classifications (begin to learn), Unconfined compressive strength testing of soil and rock, Standard and modified proctor testing.
• Maintains a clean and organized laboratory environment and supports calibration/maintenance of equipment.
• Keeps calibration records and documentation per QA/QC and accreditation requirements.

Skills

Basic lab testing

Data recording

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Microsoft Word

Excel

Education

High school diploma or GED

Lab certifications per policy

Job description

ECS Limited is seeking an entry-level Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Soils Laboratory Technician to join our Louisville team. No experience required; paid training provided and we offer certification fee coverage as you progress.

You will perform basic soil and construction material tests under supervision, learn to operate in our soils and concrete labs, and support data entry and QA/QC documentation. Opportunities for growth and certification incentives are included.