Senior Soils Laboratory Technician

Responsibilities

• Performs laboratory testing on soil and construction material samples
• Applies standard and advanced testing procedures in accordance with established methods (e.g., ASTM standards)
• Interprets test data and prepares summaries or reports under the direction of the Laboratory Manager
• Supports advanced testing activities under the guidance of senior staff
• Maintains a clean and organized laboratory in compliance with QA/QC and accreditation requirements (e.g., DOT, AMRL, CCRL, AASHTO)
• Performs calibration and maintenance of laboratory equipment and maintains records
• Notifies supervisors of damaged or missing equipment
• Prepares for and supports external audits and assessments
• Trains and mentors junior laboratory staff
• Affords assistance with additional laboratory functions and occasional fieldwork as needed

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• 2 years of related experience
• Maintain basic certifications and one additional certification as per the ECS Technician Certification Policy
• If work is performed in both soils and concrete labs, basic certification is required for both laboratories
• Other certifications, such as NICET Soils I/II/III, WACEL Soils/Concrete and Laboratory, and others, are a plus
• If driving for or on behalf of any ECS subsidiary, a valid driver's license is required
• Strong communication and basic math skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy in data recording and reporting
• Dependable, self-motivated, and responsible work ethic
• Strong working knowledge of laboratory equipment and testing methods
• Proficiency in performing tests in accordance with ASTM standards
• Proficiency with computers, including Microsoft Word and Excel
• Experience using laboratory software systems (e.g., Breakpro or Keylab)

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• 2 years of related experience
• Maintain basic certifications and one additional certification as per the ECS Technician Certification Policy
• If work is performed in both soils and concrete labs, basic certification is required for both laboratories
• Other certifications, such as NICET Soils I/II/III, WACEL Soils/Concrete and Laboratory, and others, are a plus
• If driving for or on behalf of any ECS subsidiary, a valid driver's license is required

Skills

• Basic certifications and one additional certification as per the ECS Technician Certification Policy
• Other certifications, such as NICET Soils I/II/III, WACEL Soils/Concrete and Laboratory, and others
• Valid driver's license if driving for or on behalf of any ECS subsidiary

Benefits

• Employee ownership culture
• More than 3,000 employees in 100+ offices and testing facilities coast to coast
• #60 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2026)
• #148 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2025)
• #50 in Zweig Group’s Hot Firm List (May 2025)

Pay

Competitive compensation package

Schedule

Full-time position

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 #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.