Soils Lab Technician – Paid Training & Certifications

Engineering Consulting Service; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Group of Companies in Oklahoma City seeks a Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Soils Laboratory Technician to join our lab team. You will learn under experienced staff to perform soil and concrete testing and support documentation.

No prior experience is required; paid training and certification fees are provided. The role offers growth as you earn certifications; you will work in a supervised environment with safety and QA/QC standards.

Qualifications

• No experience required; paid training provided.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Lab certifications applicable to the lab work performed per ECS policy.
• Valid driver's license if driving for ECS subsidiary.
• Strong communication and basic math skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in data recording.
• Dependable, self-motivated, and responsible work ethic.
• Ability to follow directions and work under close supervision.
• Basic computer proficiency including Word and Excel.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds multiple times per day.
• Military: E-4 qualification considered if education/licenses met.

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 such as Atterberg limits, Gradation analyses, Swell testing, Moisture content, Visual classifications (learning).
• Unconfined compressive strength testing of soil and rock; Proctor tests.
• Maintains a clean, organized lab environment; Calibration and maintenance of equipment; Records QA/QC documentation.
• Notifies supervisors of damaged or missing equipment.
• Occasional fieldwork and other lab functions as needed.

Skills

Strong communication

Basic math

Attention to detail

Dependable

Self-motivated

Ability to follow directions

Education

High school diploma or GED

Lab certifications eligible to lab work

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

ECS Group of Companies in Oklahoma City seeks a Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Soils Laboratory Technician to join our lab team. You will learn under experienced staff to perform soil and concrete testing and support documentation.

No prior experience is required; paid training and certification fees are provided. The role offers growth as you earn certifications; you will work in a supervised environment with safety and QA/QC standards.