Soils Lab Technician — Paid Training & Certs

Engineering Consulting Service; Carrollton (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Certification fees paid

Job summary

ECS Limited in Carrollton, TX is seeking a Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Soils Laboratory Technician. This entry-level role offers paid training and the opportunity to learn under experienced professionals in our concrete and soils laboratories.

You will perform basic lab tests under supervision, assist with sample preparation, and help document results. The position supports calibration, QA/QC records, and may include occasional fieldwork and overnight shifts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• No experience required; paid training provided.
• Must obtain lab certifications 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 Atterberg limits, gradation analyses, swell testing, moisture content testing, visual classifications, unconfined compressive strength, proctor testing.
• Maintains a clean and organized laboratory environment.
• Supports calibration and maintenance of laboratory equipment.
• Maintains calibration records and QA/QC documentation.
• Notifies supervisors of damaged or missing equipment.
• Assists with additional laboratory functions and occasional fieldwork as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Basic math

Attention to detail

Data entry

Reliability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

ECS Limited in Carrollton, TX is seeking a Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Soils Laboratory Technician. This entry-level role offers paid training and the opportunity to learn under experienced professionals in our concrete and soils laboratories.

You will perform basic lab tests under supervision, assist with sample preparation, and help document results. The position supports calibration, QA/QC records, and may include occasional fieldwork and overnight shifts.