Soils Laboratory Technician

What You'll Do: **No experience necessary, paid training is provided, and we pay your certification fees!** ECS Limited is offering a unique opportunity for a talented Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Soils Laboratory Technician to join our Richmond team. We offer opportunities for growth in this role with additional incentives as you earn your certifications. No prior experience is needed, as you'll work under the guidance of experienced professionals to learn to safely perform a variety of tasks in our concrete and soils laboratories.**Responsibilities*** Performs basic laboratory tests on soil and 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 including but not limited to, under 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 * 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 What We're Looking For: **Required Qualifications*** 0 years of related experience * High school diploma or GED required * 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 * If driving for or on behalf of any ECS subsidiary, a valid driver's license is required * Strong communication and basic math skills * Attention to detail and ac