Specialty Technician

ECS Ltd; De Pere (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

ECS Limited in De Pere, Wisconsin, seeks an experienced Specialty Technician III to perform advanced destructive and non-destructive testing on construction materials. The role involves independent work, guidance to project teams, and participation in inspection planning and execution.

You will demonstrate strong technical competency, support project teams, and uphold ECS Core Values while advancing in a dynamic environment with opportunities for career development and training.

Qualifications

• Five years of related experience.
• Maintain two specialty certifications and obtain one additional specialty certification (e.g., AWS CWI or Ultrasound Level II).
• General OSHA 10 may be required.

Responsibilities

• Performs destructive and non-destructive testing of construction materials.
• Conducts specialty inspections (structural steel, welds, reinforcement, connections).
• Performs advanced testing (GPR, material verification, corrosion surveys).
• Communicates test results and field findings to project teams.
• Documents observations per engineering standards.
• Mentors Technician I and II staff.
• Participates in project meetings and discussions.
• Performs other specialty testing and inspection duties.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Independence

Math & data interpretation

Reading plans and specs

Education

High school diploma or GED

Two specialty certifications; AWS CWI or Ultrasound Level II

Job description

Responsibilities

ECS Limited is offering a unique opportunity for an experienced Specialty Technician III to join our De Pere team and advance in a dynamic work environment. The Specialty Technician III performs advanced destructive and non-destructive testing, inspection, and observation activities on construction materials projects of moderate to complex scope. This role operates with a high level of independence and serves as a senior specialty technician, providing technical guidance, supporting project teams, and contributing to inspection planning and execution. The Specialty Technician III demonstrates strong technical competency in specialty disciplines while maintaining a positive customer service attitude and demonstrating ECS Core Values.

Responsibilities

• Performs destructive and non-destructive testing of construction materials
• Conducts specialty inspections, including structural steel, welds, reinforcement, and connections
• Performs advanced testing, such as ground penetrating radar (GPR), material verification, and corrosion surveys
• Provides technical input and communicates test results and field findings to project teams
• Performs inspections in fabrication facilities and industrial environments
• Conducts inspections of piping systems, pressure vessels, and specialty components where applicable
• Documents field observations and inspection results in accordance with engineering standards
• Communicates daily with contractors, technicians, and project managers
• Reports changes in site conditions and additional testing requirements
• Performs calculations, data reduction, and technical documentation
• Maintains and organizes specialty testing equipment
• Notifies supervisors of damaged or missing equipment
• Mentors Specialty Technician I and II staff
• Assists project teams in understanding inspection requirements and execution
• Participates in project meetings and discussions
• Performs other specialty testing and inspection duties as assigned

Career Development

As your experience grows, ECS will:

• Support you in enhancing your professional skills to advance and grow with us.
• Encourage participation and advancement in internal and external training programs and certification opportunities.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• 5 years of related experience
• High school diploma or GED required
• Maintain two specialty certifications and obtain one additional specialty certification, such as AWS CWI or Ultrasound Level II, applicable to the work performed as per the ECS Technician Certification Policy
  • General industry OSHA 10 may be required
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
• Dependable, self-motivated, and detail-oriented
• Strong working knowledge of destructive and non-destructive testing methods
• Excellent understanding of construction practices and inspection standards
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Proficiency with electronic devices and reporting systems
• Strong ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and codes
• Ability to calibrate and operate specialty and NDT equipment
• Strong math and data interpretation skills
• Ability to provide technical input to project teams
• Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle and comply with all local and state laws, road/driving regulations, and company policies
• If driving for or on behalf of any ECS subsidiary, a valid driver's license is required

Military Qualifications:

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

About Us

ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and building science + infrastructure consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,200 employees in 125 offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #60 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2026), #144 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2026) and #38 in Zweig Group’s Hot Firm List (June 2026). For additional information about ECS, visit: www.ecslimited.com.

ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, click here.