Entry Level Geotechnical Engineering Technician

Job Title: Entry Level Geotechnical Technician

Job Description

As a Geotechnical Technician, you will engage in subsurface exploration duties using conventional drilling or in-situ testing techniques. This role involves performing tasks related to auger drilling, mud rotary drilling, air rotary, and diamond bit coring techniques. You will work closely with a team to ensure that all work adheres to safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct subsurface exploration using various drilling techniques.
• Perform in-situ testing using equipment such as cone penetration testing (CPT) and seismic cone penetration testing apparatus.
• Assist in the installation of instrumentation, piezometers, and monitor wells.
• Locate exploration points and determine their elevations.
• Develop site reconnaissance information.
• Load soil samples, exploration tools, and instrumentation onto trucks or drill rigs.
• Prepare and review boring logs using the Unified Soil Classification System (USCS).
• Complete US Department of Transportation (DOT) paperwork as required.
• Provide input on exploration tasks and perform maintenance tasks as needed.
• Follow safety rules, guidelines, and standards for all projects.
• Participate in pre-task planning and report any safety issues to management.
• Maintain quality standards on all projects.
• Assist the lead operator in routine exploration tasks and drive medium duty trucks to job sites.
• Operate and maintain drill rigs and associated vehicles and equipment.
• Perform geotechnical and environmental drilling, including soil sampling and in-situ testing.
• Maintain records and file reports.
• Follow OSHA and company safety procedures.
• Conduct verbal communications with clients.

Skills & Qualifications

• Comfortable working outside
• Knowledge in construction preferred but not required
• High School Diploma or GED required

Work Environment

This position involves outdoor field work with exposure to all elements. You should expect 50% regional travel, with a per diem provided for travel days. You will be working as part of a team within an engineering firm that operates multiple offices across the Midwest.

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

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $21.00/hr.

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)

This is a fully onsite position in Wichita,KS.

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 16, 2026.

About Actalent

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