Responsibilities
ECS Limited is offering a unique opportunity for a talented Specialty Technician to join our Baltimore team and advance in a dynamic work environment. You'll work on a variety of projects performing field observations and inspections, and may also work with steel performing destructive and non-destructive testing (NDT).
Responsibilities- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Training and Development: Receive training in ECS methodology for project observations, inspections, and testing; Document findings with precision in accordance with accepted engineering practices.
Career DevelopmentAs your experience grows, ECS will:
- Support you in enhancing your professional skills to advance and grow with us.
- Encourage participation in internal and external training programs and certification opportunities.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications- 2+ years of related experience.
- High School diploma or GED.
- 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).
- Position requires carrying 40 - 70 lbs multiple times a day or occasionally lifting 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.
- Must have the ability to safely operate a motor vehicle and follow all local and state laws, road/driving regulations, and company policies.
- Strong communication skills (speaking, reading, and writing).
- Working knowledge of destructive and non-destructive testing principles, applications, and testing standards.
- Good understanding of heavy construction safety, practices, and procedures.
- Ability to perform work at heights.
- Proficiency with electronic devices such as phones, tablets, and laptops.
- Functional ability to read and interpret engineering and construction plans.
- Basic knowledge of MS Office.
- If your focus is NDE testing, you should have the ability to calibrate NDE equipment.
Military Qualifications:- The following US Military ranks will qualify for this position IF they also meet the education, certification, and licenses requirements from the above section titled "Required Qualifications":
The expected pay range for this role and location is $35-$45/hour. The final agreed-upon compensation will be determined based on specific location and other individual qualifications.
