Laboratory Technician

About the Role

ECS Limited is offering an opportunity for a Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Laboratory Technician to join their Baltimore team. Paid training and certification fees are provided.

Key Responsibilities

• Performs basic laboratory tests on construction material samples under supervision.
• Assists with sample preparation and testing procedures.
• Compiles test results, data input, data processing, and other administrative duties.
• Performs soils laboratory testing (with some supervision):
• Atterberg limits
• Gradation analyses
• Swell testing
• Moisture content testing
• Visual classifications (begin to learn)
• Unconfined compressive strength testing of soil and rock
• Standard and modified proctor testing
• Performs concrete laboratory testing (with some supervision):
• Stripping and labeling samples
• Setting samples for curing
• Monitoring daily temperature logs
• Breaking of samples
• Assists in maintaining a clean and organized laboratory environment.
• Supports calibration and maintenance of laboratory equipment.
• Maintains calibration records and documentation in accordance with QA/QC and accreditation requirements.
• Notifies supervisors of damaged or missing equipment.
• Assists with additional laboratory functions and occasional fieldwork as needed.

Career Development

As your experience grows, ECS will:

• Support you in enhancing your professional skills.
• Encourage participation and advancement in internal and external training programs and certification opportunities provided by ASTM or other organizations.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Strong communication and basic math skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in data recording.
• Dependable, self-motivated, and responsible work ethic.
• Ability to follow directions and work under close supervision.
• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds multiple times per day.

Qualifications

• 0 years of related experience.
• Obtain lab certifications applicable to the lab work performed as per the ECS Technician Certification Policy.
• If work is performed in both soils and concrete labs, certifications are required for both laboratories.

Military Qualifications

• The following US Military ranks will qualify for this position IF they also meet the education, certification, and licenses requirements:
• E-4

The expected pay range for this role and location is $19/hour.