Ecs Group Of Companies
A global provider of integrated engineering, procurement, construction, and project management solutions.
Specialty Technician
Perform field observations, testing, inspections of construction materials and steel, including NDT.
Job Highlights
About the Role
The technician will carry out field activities such as observing, testing, inspecting, and sampling a range of construction materials—including soils, aggregates, concrete, grout, masonry, asphalt, and structural steel—under the guidance of senior staff. They will follow industry‑standard testing procedures, collect and reduce data, maintain equipment, and keep daily communication with contractors, fellow technicians, and project managers, attending project meetings as needed. • Perform field observations, testing, inspections, and sampling of construction materials (soil, aggregate, concrete, grout, masonry, asphalt, structural steel). • Conduct routine structural and reinforcing steel inspections, including welded or bolted connections, using industry‑standard NDT methods. • Calculate and reduce data from samples and tests; maintain field equipment inventory and report issues. • Communicate daily with contractors, technicians, and project managers; attend project meetings and relay site condition changes. • Receive training in ECS methodology and document findings per engineering practices.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸material testing
- ▸ndt inspection
- ▸data reduction
- ▸equipment maintenance
- ▸stakeholder communication
What You Bring
ECS supports professional growth by providing training in its methodology, encouraging participation in internal and external training programs, and supporting certification opportunities. Candidates must have at least two years of related experience, a high school diploma or GED, the ability to obtain two specialty certifications, physical capacity to lift 40–70 lb repeatedly (occasionally 85 lb), a valid driver’s license, strong communication skills, and knowledge of destructive and non‑destructive testing principles, construction safety, and basic MS Office. • Hold at least 2 years of related experience and a high school diploma or GED. • Obtain or possess two specialty certifications (e.g., NRC, NICET, AWS, ASNT, ASTM). • Lift 40–70 lb repeatedly (occasionally 85 lb) and work at heights; possess a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation. • Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication, knowledge of NDT principles, construction safety, and ability to read plans. • Proficient with phones, tablets, laptops, and basic MS Office applications.
Requirements
- ▸2+ years
- ▸high school
- ▸certifications
- ▸ndt knowledge
- ▸ms office
- ▸driver’s license
Benefits
ECS Limited is offering a unique opportunity for a talented Specialty Technician to join the Charlotte team and advance in a dynamic work environment. The role involves working on a variety of projects that include field observations, inspections, and may also involve performing destructive and non‑destructive testing on steel.
Work Environment
Field