Construction Materials Testing Technician

Kaw Valley Engineering; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaw Valley Engineering in Lenexa, KS is seeking ambitious, career‑minded individuals to join our lab and field testing team for construction materials.

This full‑time role involves performing quantitative tests in the lab and observing materials in the field, with emphasis on accuracy, safety, and reliability.

Candidates should be physically capable of lifting 50 pounds and willing to work outdoors in all weather, with chemistry knowledge considered as substitute for experience.

Qualifications

• Strong math skills including algebra, trigonometry, and geometry.
• Knowledge of chemistry (substitutable for experience).
• Able to lift at least 50 pounds.
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform lab and field testing of construction materials.
• Support testing programs and document results accurately.

Skills

Algebra

Trigonometry

Geometry

Chemistry knowledge

Heavy lifting

Outdoor work

Agriculture experience

Construction experience

Job description

Overview

Seeking ambitious, career‑minded individuals with strong math skills for lab and field testing of construction materials. This is a full‑time position.

Qualifications

• Strong math skills, including algebra, trigonometry, and geometry.
• Knowledge of chemistry (substitutable for experience).
• Experience in agriculture or construction is a plus.
• Able to lift at least 50 pounds.
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions.