Specialty Technician

Description

• Testing Procedures: Conduct routine observations of structural steel and reinforcing steel, including welded or bolted connections using various methodologies and testing equipment following industry standards for documentation and compliance.
• Communication: Maintain daily communication with site contractors, other technicians, and project managers, keeping the team informed of changing site conditions and requested additional testing; Attend project meetings as requested.
• Field Activities: Perform observations, testing, inspections, and sampling of various construction 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; Inspections may also be conducted in fabrication facilities.
• Data Collection: Perform calculations and data reduction based on sampling, test results, and inspections; Engage in drafting and other administrative duties as required; Maintain organization of field equipment and notify supervisor of broken or missing equipment as applicable.
• Training and Development: Receive training in ECS methodology for project observations, inspections, and testing; Document findings with precision in accordance with accepted engineering practices.
• Encourage participation in internal and external training programs and certification opportunities.

Requirements

• Functional ability to read and interpret engineering and construction plans.
• Ability to perform work at heights.
• Must have valid driver's license and insurance.
• Good understanding of heavy construction safety, practices, and procedures.
• Working knowledge of destructive and non-destructive testing principles, applications, and testing standards.
• Basic knowledge of MS Office.
• If your focus is NDE testing, you should have the ability to calibrate NDE equipment.
• Must provide suitable transportation for use on job sites - Mileage will be reimbursed.
• 2+ years of related experience.
• Strong communication skills (speaking, reading, and writing).
• Must have or be willing to obtain 2 relevant specialty certifications from industry authorities such as NRC, NICET, WACEL, ACI, IFC, AWS, ASNT, ASTM (other authorities may be considered at ECS discretion).
• High School diploma or GED.
• Proficiency with electronic devices such as phones, tablets, and laptops.
• Position requires carrying 40 - 70 lbs multiple times a day or occasionally lifting 85 lbs to waist height.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance