Engineering Technician – Construction Materials Testing

System One; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

System One is seeking dependable Engineering Technicians to perform field and laboratory testing and quality-control inspections for construction projects in the Kansas City region. You will help ensure soils, concrete, asphalt, masonry, steel meet established standards and are built to last.

Ideal candidates have construction materials testing experience or technical education and are comfortable working in both field and lab environments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.
• Experience in construction materials testing and inspection.
• Ability to work in field and laboratory environments.
• Strong attention to detail and accurate documentation.
• Dependable, punctual, and professional.
• Ability to work safely around active construction operations.

Responsibilities

• Perform field and laboratory testing of soil, concrete, asphalt, masonry, and steel.
• Conduct construction quality-control inspections at active project sites.
• Collect samples, take measurements, and document test results.
• Follow testing procedures, project specifications, and safety requirements.
• Communicate with contractors, project representatives, and team members.
• Maintain organized, accurate, and timely field and lab records.
• Travel to project sites throughout the Kansas City area.
• Arrive on time and maintain a professional appearance.

Skills

Field testing

Lab testing

Documentation

Safety awareness

Punctuality

Communication

Reliability

Construction knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Tools

ACI/NICET certs

Job description

Build a career that lets you work hands-on and see the results of your work throughout the Kansas City region.

We are seeking dependable and experienced Engineering Technicians to perform field and laboratory construction quality-control inspections and materials testing. You will help ensure that local and regional construction projects meet established quality standards and are built to last.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with construction materials testing experience or technical education who is interested in soils, concrete, asphalt, masonry, steel, and construction inspection.

Location: Kansas City Metro Area

Responsibilities

• Perform field and laboratory testing of soil, concrete, asphalt, masonry, and steel.
• Conduct construction quality-control inspections at active project sites.
• Collect samples, take measurements, and accurately document test results.
• Follow established testing procedures, project specifications, and safety requirements.
• Communicate professionally with contractors, project representatives, and team members.
• Maintain organized, accurate, and timely field and laboratory records.
• Travel to project sites throughout the Kansas City area as assigned.
• Arrive on time and maintain a professional appearance and attitude.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to provide proof of a clean driving record.
• Interest or experience in construction materials testing and inspection.
• Ability to work reliably in both field and laboratory environments.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate documentation.
• Dependable, punctual, and professional.
• Ability to work safely around active construction operations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience testing or inspecting soil, reinforced concrete, asphalt, masonry, or steel.
• Coursework or completion of the Johnson County Community College Engineering Technology program.
• ACI, ICC, KDOT, MoDOT, or NICET certifications.
• Construction, civil engineering, geotechnical, or quality-control experience.
• Familiarity with construction plans, specifications, and testing procedures.

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Ref: #275-Eng Kansas City