Engineering Testing Technician

Actalent; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) plan

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

HSA

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Actalent is seeking an entry-level Civil/Environmental Engineer-in-training for the role of Construction Materials Technician (CMT) in Lenexa, KS. The role emphasizes field and laboratory testing of soils, aggregates, concrete, asphalt, and steel with data reporting to Project Managers.

The position is contract-to-hire, onsite, with a 75% field and 25% office work mix, and offers a comprehensive benefits package; a clean driving record is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in concrete, soil, and asphalt testing.
• Knowledge of construction materials testing and sampling analysis.
• Ability to use equipment such as NUKE GAUGE and Nuclear density gauge.
• Proficiency in materials testing, including aggregate and concrete testing.
• 0 - 2+ years of experience in testing concrete, soil, and/or asphalt.
• High School diploma required.

Responsibilities

• Perform field and laboratory testing, observation, and inspection of construction materials.
• Communicate with project managers, engineering technicians, and client representatives.
• Transport material samples to the laboratory for further testing and analysis.
• Tabulate, prepare, and submit data and observations in written and digital reports.
• Maintain and clean equipment, vehicles, and work areas.
• Assist with scheduling and dispatch of Technicians to project sites.

Skills

Concrete testing

Soil testing

Asphalt testing

Materials testing knowledge

Nuclear density gauge operation

Field and lab testing

Data reporting

Education

Associates degree

Bachelor’s in Civil/Environmental

High School diploma

Tools

Nuclear density gauge

Job description

This role is perfect for an entry level civil or environmental engineer who is looking to get their foot in the door with a great company!

Construction Materials Technician - CMT

Job Description

Perform field and laboratory testing, observation, and inspection of construction materials such as soils, aggregates, concrete, asphalt, and steel. Communicate effectively with project managers, engineering technicians, client representatives, and contractor representatives regarding construction site, project requirements, and testing, observation, and inspection requirements and results. Transport material samples with associated identifying documentation to the laboratory for further testing and analysis. Tabulate, prepare, and submit data and observations in written and digital reports for daily transmittal to the Project Manager. Maintain and clean equipment, vehicles, and work areas. May assist with scheduling and dispatch of Technicians to project sites while adhering to strict safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform field and laboratory testing, observation, and inspection of construction materials.
• Communicate with project managers, engineering technicians, and client representatives.
• Transport material samples to the laboratory for further testing and analysis.
• Tabulate, prepare, and submit data and observations in written and digital reports.
• Maintain and clean equipment, vehicles, and work areas.
• Assist with scheduling and dispatch of Technicians to project sites.

Essential Skills

• Experience in concrete, soil, and asphalt testing.
• Knowledge of construction materials testing and sampling analysis.
• Ability to use equipment such as NUKE GAUGE and Nuclear density gauge.
• Proficiency in materials testing, including aggregate and concrete testing.
• 0 - 2+ years of experience in testing concrete, soil, and/or asphalt.
• High School diploma required.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Comfortable working outside.
• Associates degree in construction, engineering, geology, or psychology preferred.
• Bachelor of Engineering in Civil/Environmental or similar degree with an EIT is a plus.
• Clean driving record.

Work Environment

The role involves 75% fieldwork and 25% office work. Testing will be conducted at the job site, with documentation done in the office, and some lab testing in the laboratory. The company provides a truck for field travel, requiring a clean driving record. The candidate will work in small teams of 1-3 people depending on job requirements. The office culture promotes a 'can do' attitude, with an expectation to stay productive even during slow periods. The dress code includes boots, jeans, and company-provided attire.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lenexa, KS.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $25.00/hr.

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Lenexa,KS.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 17, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications withoutregard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability,sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protectedby law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification oradjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability,please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

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Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in thecity and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicantswith arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this lawshall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

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