Structural Steel Technician

Responsibilities

ECS Limited is offering a unique opportunity for a talented Specialty Technician to join our Miami team and advance in a dynamic work environment. Youll 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:

• 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 Development

As 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 drivers license and insurance
• Must provide suitable transportation for use on job sites - Mileage will be reimbursed
• 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":
• E-4/E-5

About Us

ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and facilities consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,000 employees in 100+ offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #66 in Engineering News-Record's Top 500 Design Firms (April 2025), #148 in Engineering News-Record's Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2025) and #50 in Zweig Group's Hot Firm List (May 2025). For additional information about ECS, visit: www.ecslimited.com. ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, click here.