Construction Technician (Entry-Level)
ECS Group of Companies
- Roanoke, VA
- $18.00 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Field Activities: Conduct observation, testing, sampling, and inspection of materials, including soils, aggregates, concrete, grout, masonry, asphalt, and structural steel placement. Execute tasks based on project requirements under the guidance of senior technicians, staff professionals, and project managers.
- Testing Procedures: Conduct routine field and/or laboratory tests for soils, aggregates, concrete, grout, masonry, and asphalt using various methodologies and testing equipment following industry standards and compliance.
- Data Collection: Perform calculations and data reduction based on sampling, test results, and inspections. Engage in drafting and other administrative duties as required.
- Communication: Maintain daily communication with site contractors, fellow technicians, and project managers.
- Training and Development: Receive training in ECS methodology for project observations, inspections, and testing. Document findings with precision in accordance with accepted engineering practices.
- Support you in enhancing your professional skills.
- Encourage participation in internal and external training programs and certification opportunities provided by organizations such as ACI, ASNT, AWS, ICC, NICET, NRCA, RCI, various State DOTs, WACEL, and others, as appropriate.
What We're Looking ForRequired Experience & Skills
- No experience required.
- Position requires carrying 40 – 70 lbs multiple times a day or occasionally lift 85 lbs to waist height.
- Must have valid driver's license and insurance.
- Must provide suitable transportation for use on job sites – Mileage will be reimbursed.
- High School diploma or GED.
- ACI, ASNT, AWS, ICC, NICET, NRCA, RCI, various State DOTs, WACEL, etc.