Field Technician II

Position Overview

What You'll Do

Qualifications

Physical Demands & Work Environment

EEO Statement

• Position Overview

  Build What Matters. Learn Valuable Skills. Grow Your Career.

• What You'll Do

  • Perform field and laboratory testing of soil, concrete, asphalt, aggregate, and other construction materials
  • Conduct construction inspections and quality assurance activities on active job sites
  • Document test results and prepare detailed project reports
  • Work directly with contractors, engineers, and project teams to support project success
  • Ensure testing and inspections are performed in accordance with industry standards and project specifications
  • Operate testing equipment and maintain accurate project documentation
  • Identify and communicate quality or safety concerns in the field
  • Support a strong culture of safety on every project
  • Afford assistance with training and mentoring newer technicians as experience grows

• Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent required; vocational training or coursework in construction, engineering, geology, or a related field preferred
  • 3+ years of field-based experience in materials testing, construction inspection, geotechnical fieldwork, or a related industry
  • Industry certifications such as ACI Level 1 Concrete Testing preferred or ability to obtain within a specified time period
  • Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record; ability to safely operate company vehicles
  • Commitment to safety and adherence to OSHA regulations, industry best practices, and company safety policies
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Field Data Collection (FDC) software or similar industry tools
  • Mathematical skills sufficient to add, subtract, multiply, and divide into all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
  • Ability to read, write, and interpret blueprints, procedures, manuals, technical documents, and reports related to drilling, safety, and project requirements
  • Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong time management, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to complete tasks efficiently and accurately
  • Attention to detail to ensure accurate sample collection, testing procedures, and documentation
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively, demonstrating a strong work ethic and commitment to producing high-quality results
  • Flexibility to work variable schedules, including early mornings, weekends, overtime, and potential overnight travel based on project demands

• Physical Demands & Work Environment

  • This position primarily works in an outdoor work environment, regularly exposed to varying field conditions, including:
  • Sites that may not be accessible by vehicle, requiring travel on foot through wetlands, swamps, grasslands, fields, and other uneven or rugged terrain with natural and man-made obstacles such as sand, brush, and debris
  • Moderate to loud noise levels, common in active construction and industrial environments
  • Exposure to environmental elements including dirt, dust, sun, heat, humidity, and adverse weather conditions
  • The physical requirements for this position may include and are not limited to:
  • Ability to lift and/or carry 35 to 50 lbs. up to 75 feet, involving regular repetitive motion
  • Ability to stand, walk, drive, and operate equipment for extended periods
  • Frequent use of hands and arms for typing, handling tools, and operating equipment
  • Ability to bend, twist, reach, stoop, pull, kneel, climb, balance, lift, carry, and push as required for fieldwork and inspections
  • Ability to speak and hear effectively to communicate in noisy environments and with project teams
  • Ability to use your senses to see (including close, distant, and peripheral vison, depth vision, and ability to focus), smell, hear, touch (use hands to reach climb or balance, crouch, stoop, crawl, kneel and sit)

• EEO Statement

  UES is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud to recruit the most qualified candidates. Please see our full EEO Statement at the bottom of the page here