Construction Material Field Technician
Company: Hillis-Carnes
Location: Ashland
Posted on: January 18, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description HURRY! $200 SIGN-ON BONUS* $$$
for all new hires! We offer a starting salary of $16.50/hr. with NO
experience and are serious about starting a new career! WHO IS
HILLIS-CARNES? Hillis-Carnes Engineering Associates (HCEA) is a
top-tier, multi-disciplined engineering firm with 30 years of
demonstrated success (and counting!) Just ask Engineering
News-Record who named us to its ranking of " Top 500 Design Firms
in the Nation " for our continued rapid growth and success. HCEA
strongly believes in fostering teamwork, rewarding ambition, and
providing opportunities for professional advancement. WHY
HILLIS-CARNES? Through our ESOP (Employee Stock Option Program),
you receive ownership stock in the company ! $200 SIGN-ON BONUS*
$$$ for all new hires ! An additional bonus after one year of
service! Competitive pay. Paid on-the-job training. Generous Paid
Time Off/Holidays/Floater Holidays. Paid education expenses for
associated certifications. Company cell or reimbursement for use of
personal phone Employee Self-Service Portal Employee Referral Bonus
program up to $5,000 Free HCEA apparel and work boots Personal
Protective Equipment and safety gear Paid mileage Fun
company-sponsored events, Wellness Seminars, and more! Our Benefits
Package: Medical (w/Health Savings Account Options) Plans Dental
and Vision Plans 100% Employer-Paid Benefits (Long-Term Disability,
Basic Life) Voluntary Short-Term Disability Voluntary Life Employee
Assistance Program 401k w/ Company Match Employee Stock Ownership
Plan (ESOP) in which employees acquire shares in the company; the
more successful the company is, the more valuable the shares
become. WHAT WILL I BE DOING? As a Construction Materials Testing
Technician in the Ashland, VA office, you will directly play an
integral role in the success of our organization. As part of this
team, you will work independently and in collaboration with our
knowledgeable, dynamic staff and on a wide variety of land
development and construction projects. The key responsibilities
will include: Field observations at jobsites in the region.
Sampling and testing of construction materials. Preparing accurate
daily logs that outline your inspections and results of the test
you performed on construction materials. The construction materials
you will be working with include soil, aggregates, concrete, grout,
masonry, asphalt, and structural steel. Daily communication with PM
or Operations Manager regarding project progress or other pertinent
communication by the contractor. WHAT ARE THE REQUIREMENTS?
Reliable vehicle for field work, valid driver's license, and
satisfactory driving record. Ability to meet all pre-employment
requirements. Ability to lift and/or move up to 60-80 pounds (soil
and concrete samples, nuclear gauges, other equipment) Ability to
work in all outdoor climates and mobility over various terrain.
Attention to detail and quality, while adhering to all safety
requirements. Effective verbal and written communication skills
required. Use of company provided tablet and working knowledge of
MS Office programs. Ability to perform basic math and use
measurement tools. With training, the ability to read and interpret
plans, specifications, safety rules, operating and maintenance
instructions, and procedure manuals. Hiring preference will be
given to experienced technicians with verifiable certifications
such as ACI, NICET, WACEL, etc. EE/Minorities and Women encouraged
to apply. *$200 sign-on bonus after 90 days: additional $200
retention bonus after one year. Job Posted by ApplicantPro
Keywords: Hillis-Carnes, Washington DC , Construction Material Field Technician, Engineering , Ashland, DC
