Engineering Field Technichian

Job Title: Engineering Field Technician Job Description
The Engineering Field Technician supports the drilling crew in the safe and efficient operation of drilling equipment for environmental, geotechnical, construction, and remediation projects. This role involves assisting with site setup, equipment maintenance, sample collection, and general labor duties while learning drilling techniques and field operations.
Responsibilities
- Assist drillers with mobilization, setup, and operation of drilling equipment.
- Load, unload, and maintain drilling tools, rods, casing, and support equipment.
- Collect soil, groundwater, and rock samples according to project requirements.
- Follow safety procedures and maintain a clean and organized work site.
- Perform routine equipment inspections and basic maintenance.
- Complete field documentation and support project teams as needed.
- Travel to project sites and work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Essential Skills
- Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting 50+ pounds.
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
- Strong work ethic, reliability, and willingness to learn.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- Previous construction, drilling, environmental, or labor experience is a plus.
- Must be comfortable working outside.
- Must be able to pass MVR (will be using a work truck for travel).
- Must be comfortable traveling.
Work Environment
This role involves traveling for 3 weeks followed by 1 week at home. The work is primarily outdoors, requiring adaptability to varying weather conditions. The position may offer relocation assistance and involves the use of a work truck for travel.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Lenexa, KS.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $25.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

• 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 Oct 5, 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.

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