Field Construction Technician

About the position

The Field Construction Technician supports field construction activities as part of a traveling project crew. The crew installs erosion-control systems, mats, geotextiles, fabric-formed concrete and Palisade systems.

This is a hands-on position requiring dependable attendance, a strong work ethic, attention to safety and the ability to perform physically demanding work in a variety of outdoor and job-site conditions.

The role requires extended travel, typically for three to four weeks at a time, with crew members traveling together to project locations and working away from home for the duration of scheduled assignments.

What you’ll do

• Perform general construction and physical job-site duties as directed by field supervision.
• Support site preparation, material handling, installation activities, cleanup and other work required to complete projects safely and efficiently.
• Use hand and power tools, compactors, pumps, rigging equipment and other construction equipment.
• Work safely around skid steers, excavators and other heavy equipment.
• Follow supervisor direction and work effectively as part of a field crew.
• Maintain dependable and punctual attendance throughout project assignments.
• Follow all Company safety policies, job-site requirements and safe work practices.
• Properly use and care for tools, equipment, materials and Company property.
• Maintain an orderly and safe work area.
• Work outdoors and perform physically demanding tasks in varying weather and job-site conditions.

Travel and schedule

• Regular out-of-town travel is an essential requirement of the position.
• Project assignments typically require employees to remain away from home for approximately three to four weeks at a time.
• Typical project schedules may include six to seven workdays per week, 10-hour days, weekends and overtime as required by the project.
• Crew members generally travel together in Company vehicles.
• Travel time is paid from departure from Houston through return at the end of the assignment.
• Company-arranged hotel accommodations and a meal per diem are provided during out-of-town assignments.

What we’re looking for

• Dependable, punctual and able to maintain consistent attendance.
• Willing and able to travel extensively and work away from home for extended periods.
• Able to perform physically demanding construction work in outdoor and changing weather conditions.
• Able to follow instructions, work safely and contribute effectively as part of a team.
• Willing to comply with Company safety policies and required drug and alcohol testing.

Preferred experience

• Previous construction, industrial, general labor or field-service experience.
• Experience working as part of a traveling construction or project crew.
• Familiarity with basic construction tools, equipment and job-site practices.

Physical demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to perform the essential functions of this job.

• Frequently stand, walk, handle tools and materials, and reach with hands and arms for up to 10 to 12 hours per shift.
• Occasionally sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, including safely climbing ladders, scaffolding, vessel stairs or steep embankment slopes.
• Frequently lift and move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and move up to 75 pounds, with coordinated team lifting for heavier objects.
• Regularly lift and position tools or rigging components at or above shoulder height.
• Operate machinery controls, power tools and hand tools securely.
• Work outdoors in extreme heat, cold, rain or high-humidity environments.
• Meet the vision and hearing requirements needed to work safely in the field.

Opportunity to grow

Er-Con is committed to developing and promoting employees from within. Employees who demonstrate strong performance, safety discipline and initiative may expand their skills in installation methods, equipment operation, plan reading and crew leadership, and may advance into other field roles.