Field Technician I

Field Technician I

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.

We are seeking a motivated and hands-on Field Technician I to join our team and support engineering, environmental services, materials testing, and inspection projects. In this role, you will conduct on-site inspections, materials testing, and environmental sampling to ensure construction, infrastructure, and environmental projects meet industry standards and regulatory requirements.

As a Field Technician I, you will work alongside experienced professionals, gaining practical field experience, developing technical skills, and contributing to critical projects that impact communities. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, safety-conscious, and thrives in outdoor work environments, solving challenges in real time and collaborating with a team. This position requires frequent travel to job sites and offers excellent opportunities for growth, technical training, and career advancement in a dynamic industry.

Responsibilities include conducting field and laboratory testing of soil, concrete, asphalt, aggregate, and other construction materials to verify compliance with project specifications, industry standards, and regulatory requirements. You will also properly collect, label, and transport samples from job sites to laboratories for further testing and analysis. Ensuring that project testing requirements are met and compliant with project specifications, requirements, and company policies or procedures is crucial. Additionally, you will complete detailed reports, logs, and documentation of test results, ensuring accuracy and timely submission to project managers and stakeholders.

Ensuring all testing equipment is properly maintained, and functioning correctly, following company and manufacturer guidelines is also part of the role. Accurately documenting test results, observations, and site conditions, preparing and submitting timely and detailed reports, logs, and presentations in accordance with company standards is required. Effective communication with dispatch, field supervisors, contractors, and project managers, providing real-time updates on job status, site conditions, and any issues encountered is essential. Adherence to project timelines and schedules, reporting to job sites on time and completing assignments within established deadlines is necessary.

Adapting to changing project requirements, schedules, and weather conditions, maintaining flexibility to support business needs is required. Participation in ongoing training and certification programs, as required, to maintain technical proficiency and industry compliance is mandatory. Following strict safety protocols and OSHA regulations to maintain a safe work environment, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and adherence to company and client safety guidelines is crucial. Operating and maintaining an assigned company vehicle, including scheduling routine maintenance (oil changes, tire checks, fluid levels) and ensuring general cleanliness inside and out is also part of the job.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent required; vocational training or coursework in construction, engineering, geology, or a related field is a plus. 0-3 years of experience in a field-based, outdoor, or physically demanding role preferred (construction, materials testing, geotechnical, or related industry experience is a plus). A valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record; ability to operate company-assigned vehicles safely is required. Industry certifications as applicable such as ACI Level 1 Concrete Testing, or ability to obtain within a specified time period is preferred. Commitment to workplace safety, following OSHA standards and company safety policies, including the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is mandatory. Basic computer proficiency, including experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Field Data Collection (FDC) software or similar industry tools is required. Mathematical skills sufficient to add, subtract, multiply, and divide into all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals is necessary. Ability to read, write, and interpret blueprints, procedures, manuals, technical documents, and reports related to drilling, safety, and project requirements is essential. Efficient time management, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to complete tasks efficiently and accurately is required. Attention to detail to ensure accurate sample collection, testing procedures, and documentation is crucial. Ability to work independently and collaboratively, demonstrating a strong work ethic and commitment to producing high-quality results is necessary. Flexibility to work varying schedules, including early mornings, weekends, overtime, and potential overnight travel as project demands require is required.

This position requires extensive travel, approximately up to 70% of the time, in support of business objectives and client engagements. Travel may be both scheduled and on short notice, depending on project needs. Destinations typically include job sites, field locations, or regional offices, where work may be conducted in outdoor or operational environments. Adherence to all company safety protocols and use of PPE is required during travel and on-site work.

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 are also present. Exposure to environmental elements including dirt, dust, sun, heat, humidity, and adverse weather conditions is expected.

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, hear, touch (use hands to reach climb or balance, crouch, stoop, crawl, kneel and sit).

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