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 required.
• High school diploma or GED.
• 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.

Skills

• Knowledge of construction materials testing principles and applications.
• Ability to follow industry standards and compliance.
• Proficiency in conducting routine field and laboratory tests.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with contractors, peers, and supervisors.

Benefits

• No benefits package is offered at this time.

Pay

Starting pay of $18 - $20 per hour.

Schedule

Hours and schedule are flexible and determined by project needs.

About the Role

ECS Limited is offering a unique opportunity for a talented Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Field Technician to join our Myrtle Beach team and advance in a dynamic work environment. No prior experience is needed, as you'll work under the guidance of experienced professionals to learn to safely perform a variety of tasks.

Company Information

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 facilities consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,000 employees in 100+ offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #66 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2025), #148 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2025) and #50 in Zweig Group’s Hot Firm List (May 2025). For additional information about ECS, visit: www.ecslimited.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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