Construction Technician (Entry-level)

Responsibilities

• Conduct observation, testing, and sampling of materials, including soils, aggregates, and concrete on construction materials testing project sites.
• Execute tasks based on project requirements under the guidance of senior technicians, staff professionals, and project managers.
• Conduct routine field and/or laboratory tests for soils, aggregates, and concrete using various methodologies and testing equipment following industry standards and compliance.
• Perform calculations and data reduction based on sampling, test results, and inspection.
• May assist with calculations, drafting, and other administrative duties as requested.
• Maintain daily communication with site contractors, fellow technicians, and project managers.
• Communicate changing site conditions and additional requested testing to supervisor.
• Attend project meetings as requested.
• Assist with organization of field equipment and notify supervisor of broken or missing equipment as needed.

Requirements

• No prior experience is necessary, as you'll work under the guidance of experienced professionals to learn to safely perform a variety of tasks.
• No high school diploma or GED is required.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 85 pounds.
• Must have valid driver's license and insurance.
• Willing to develop understanding of heavy construction safety, practices, and procedures.
• Willing to obtain knowledge of CMT principles and applications, as well as ASTM laboratory standards, leading to certifications in soils, concrete, and radiation safety.
• OSHA 10 certification may be required.
• Strong communication skills (speaking, reading, and writing).
• Ability to work effectively with contractors, peers, and supervisors.

Qualifications

• No experience required.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver's license and insurance.
• Willingness to develop understanding of heavy construction safety, practices, and procedures.
• Willingness to obtain knowledge of CMT principles and applications, as well as ASTM laboratory standards, leading to certifications in soils, concrete, and radiation safety.
• OSHA 10 certification may be required.
• Strong communication skills (speaking, reading, and writing).
• Ability to work effectively with contractors, peers, and supervisors.

Skills

• Knowledge of CMT principles and applications.
• Understanding of ASTM laboratory standards.
• OSHA 10 certification.
• Heavy construction safety, practices, and procedures.
• Communication skills (speaking, reading, and writing).

Benefits

• Paid training is provided.
• We pay your certification fees.

Pay

The expected pay range for this role and location is $18/hour. The final agreed-upon compensation will be determined based on specific location and other individual qualifications.

Schedule

N/A

Company Information

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