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.

Skills

None specifically listed, but strong communication skills, ability to safely operate a motor vehicle, and willingness to learn and obtain certifications are important.

Benefits

Paid training is provided, and ECS pays your certification fees.

Pay

Details not specified, but ECS is a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental, and facilities consulting services.

Schedule

Details not specified, but ECS is a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental, and facilities consulting services.

About the Role

ECS Limited is offering a unique opportunity for a talented Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Field Technician to join their Austin 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 was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, they are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and facilities consulting services. They are employee-owned 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. ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.