Field Technician III

Field Technician III

At UES, we're a team of more than 4,000 engineers, scientists, geologists, inspectors, technicians, and drillers united by a shared purpose—to make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. As a national leader in geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, and materials testing and inspection, we collaborate on transformative projects across transportation, energy, water, healthcare, and more.

Position Overview

The Field Technician III serves as a senior-level field professional responsible for conducting advanced field testing, troubleshooting, and inspection services across a range of projects, including construction, environmental, and infrastructure compliance. This role requires a high level of technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently while ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance. As a technical leader in the field, the Field Technician III will also play a key role in mentoring and training junior technicians, improving field operations, and supporting project teams with complex data analysis and reporting. This position requires regular travel to job sites and strict adherence to company safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Perform field testing on soil, concrete, asphalt, and environmental conditions, ensuring compliance with project specifications, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure that project testing requirements are met and compliant with project specifications, requirements, and company policies or procedures.
• Analyze and interpret test results, identifying potential compliance risks, inconsistencies, or issues and providing recommendations to project teams.
• Serve as a field lead on assigned projects, coordinating field activities, ensuring efficiency, and maintaining compliance with company, client, and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with engineers, project managers, contractors, and clients to troubleshoot challenges, recommend solutions, and ensure smooth field operations.
• Perform routine maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting of testing equipment to maintain accuracy, reliability, and regulatory compliance.
• Ensure strict adherence to all safety protocols, company policies, and OSHA guidelines, maintaining a safe and compliant work environment at all times.
• Provide technical guidance, coaching, and mentorship to junior field technicians, helping them develop their skills and understanding of field testing procedures, safety protocols, and best practices.
• Communicate effectively with dispatch, field supervisors, and stakeholders, providing real-time status updates, issue reporting, and site observations.
• Report to job sites on time, follow all safety protocols, and accurately record work time daily in accordance with company policies.
• Flexibility to work variable schedules, including early mornings, weekends, overtime, and potential overnight travel based on project demands.
• Maintain an assigned company vehicle, scheduling routine maintenance (oil changes, fluid levels, inspections) and ensuring general cleanliness and proper operation.
• Travel to project sites as required, which may include regional and/or overnight travel based on project needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support project goals and company initiatives.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; vocational training, associate degree, or coursework in construction, engineering, geology, or a related field preferred.
• 5+ years of field-based experience in materials testing, construction inspection, geotechnical fieldwork, or a related industry.
• Industry certifications such as ACI Level 1 Concrete Testing preferred or ability to obtain within a specified time period.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record; ability to safely operate and maintain company vehicles.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety with knowledge of OSHA regulations, industry best practices, and company safety policies.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Field Data Collection (FDC) software or similar industry tools.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret blueprints, technical documents, construction specifications, and safety manuals to ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with the ability to troubleshoot field issues and recommend solutions effectively.
• Excellent time management, organizational, and analytical skills, ensuring efficiency and accuracy in fieldwork, reporting, and inspections.
• Attention to detail to ensure precise sample collection, testing procedures, and documentation accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, demonstrating initiative, accountability, and a strong work ethic.
• Proven ability to mentor, coach, and train junior team members, sharing expertise and best practices to enhance team efficiency and performance.
• Flexibility to work variable schedules, including early mornings, weekends, overtime, and overnight travel as required by project demands.

Travel Requirements

This position requires extensive domestic overnight travel 50% to 70% of the time, sometimes at short notice, to support business objectives and client engagements. Travel will be to job sites, working in various outdoor conditions, and adhering to company safety protocols.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• This position primarily works in an outdoor work environment, regularly exposed to varying field conditions, including:
• Sites that may not be accessible by vehicle, requiring travel on foot through wetlands, swamps, grasslands, fields, and other uneven or rugged terrain with natural and man-made obstacles such as sand, brush, and debris.
• Moderate to loud noise levels, common in active construction and industrial environments.
• Exposure to environmental elements including dirt, dust, sun, heat, humidity, and adverse weather conditions.
• The physical requirements for this position may include and are not limited to:
• Ability to lift and/or carry 35 to 50 lbs. up to 75 feet, involving regular repetitive motion.
• Ability to stand, walk, drive, and operate equipment for extended periods.
• Frequent use of hands and arms for typing, handling tools, and operating equipment.
• Ability to bend, twist, reach, stoop, pull, kneel, climb, balance, lift, carry, and push as required for fieldwork and inspections.
• Ability to speak and hear effectively to communicate in noisy environments and with project teams.
• Ability to use your senses to see (including close, distant, and peripheral vision, depth vision, and ability to focus) smell

EEO Statement

UES is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud to recruit the most qualified candidates. Please see our full EEO Statement at the bottom of the page here.