Engineering Field Technichian

Job Title: Engineering Field Technician

Job Description

The Engineering Field Technician supports drilling crews in the safe and efficient operation of drilling equipment for environmental, geotechnical, construction, and remediation projects. This role assists with site setup, equipment maintenance, sample collection, and general labor tasks while learning drilling techniques and field operations. It is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong mechanical aptitude and a desire to grow in the drilling and field construction industry.

Responsibilities

• Assist drillers with mobilization, setup, and operation of drilling equipment on environmental, geotechnical, construction, and remediation project sites.

• Load, unload, organize, and maintain drilling tools, rods, casing, and support equipment to ensure safe and efficient operations.

• Collect soil, groundwater, and rock samples in accordance with project specifications and established procedures.

• Follow all safety procedures and guidelines, and help maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work site.

• Perform routine equipment inspections and basic maintenance tasks to keep drilling and support equipment in good working condition.

• Complete field documentation accurately and support project teams with required reporting and paperwork.

• Carry out general labor and manual tasks such as handling hand tools, assisting with concrete, roofing, or civil-related work as needed.

• Support servicing tasks on equipment and tools, demonstrating mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.

• Travel to project sites and work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including extended stays away from home.

• Operate or assist with equipment such as forklifts and other construction-related machinery when required and appropriately trained.

• Collaborate with drilling and construction teams, demonstrating strong work ethic, reliability, and willingness to learn new techniques.

• Adhere to all company and site-specific safety standards, including proper use of tools, equipment, and personal protective gear.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma or GED preferred.

• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including regularly lifting 50+ pounds and completing manual labor tasks.

• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record and ability to pass an MVR check for use of company work trucks.

• Comfort working outside in varying and sometimes harsh weather conditions.

• Strong work ethic, reliability, and willingness to learn drilling techniques and field operations.

• Mechanical aptitude for servicing and maintaining drilling equipment and tools.

• Ability to safely use hand tools and perform general labor tasks in construction and field environments.

• Capacity to travel to project sites, including overnight stays away from home.

• Commitment to following safety procedures and maintaining a safe work environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience as a drillers helper or in drilling operations is a plus.

• Experience in construction, field construction, civil work, roofing, concrete, or general labor is beneficial.

• Experience in environmental work, agriculture, farm work, or as a farm hand can be an advantage.

• Familiarity with manual labor tasks and servicing tasks in industrial or construction settings.

• Experience operating forklifts or similar equipment is a plus, where properly licensed and trained.

• Interest in long-term growth within drilling, environmental, or construction fields, supported by training and development opportunities.

Work Environment

This role is field-based and involves working outdoors in varying weather conditions throughout the year. The Engineering Field Technician travels regularly to project sites, with a typical schedule that may include one week working away from home followed by one week working locally. When working away, hotel accommodations are provided, and a daily per diem of $68 is available in addition to covered lodging. Work is physically demanding and involves manual labor, use of hand tools, and interaction with drilling and construction equipment, including forklifts and related machinery where appropriate. The environment is safety-focused, with an emphasis on proper procedures, equipment maintenance, and site organization. Field attire should be practical and suitable for outdoor labor, including sturdy footwear and clothing appropriate for construction and environmental field conditions. Comprehensive training and clear growth paths are available, offering opportunities to develop technical skills and advance within the organization.

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 $20.00 - $22.00/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)

Job Type & Location

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

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 25, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Lenexa,KS.

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 without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.