Field Technician
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 necessary, as you'll work under the guidance of experienced professionals to learn to safely perform a variety of tasks.
- No experience required. High school diploma or GED.
- Must be able to lift a minimum of 85 pounds.
- Must have valid driver's license and insurance.
- Must have the ability to safely operate a motor vehicle and follow all local and state laws, road/driving regulations, and company policies.
- 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
- The following US Military ranks will qualify for this position IF they also meet the education and licenses requirements from the above section titled "Required Qualifications": E-4 ECS Group of Companies.
Benefits
No experience necessary, paid training is provided, and we pay your certification fees!
Pay
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Schedule
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About the Role
ECS Limited is offering a unique opportunity for a talented Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Field Technician to join our New Orleans 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.
Skills
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Benefits
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Pay
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Schedule
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Company Information
ECS Limited is a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and facilities consulting services. Founded in 1988, ECS is an employee-owned company with more than 3,000 employees in 100+ offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #60 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2026), #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.