Civil Engineering Technician

Job Title:

Civil Engineering Technician Essential Skills

• Experience in documenting construction activities on a project site (construction, civil, environmental, geotechnical).
• Understanding of construction or engineering documents/plans.
• Experience or willingness to travel for 2-3 months at a time.
• Proficiency in using basic computer technology such as Microsoft Word and Outlook.

• Onsite experience with field testing or sampling for soil, concrete, or other construction materials.
• Multiple years of construction experience.
• Multiple years of traveling experience.

The Field Engineering Technician is responsible for on-site observation and documentation for field inspection and testing of soils and geotechnical liners. Projects include environmental control systems and landfill components for civil construction sites across the United States. The role primarily involves reporting and documentation for construction material and soil testing and sampling work being done on-site. The Engineering Technician will travel to project sites regularly, for 5 to 8 weeks at a time.

A valid driver's license is required.

• Supervise and perform construction quality control activities.
• Maintain documentation of data and information from the field.
• Collaborate and coordinate with Project Managers.
• Prepare general reporting and documentation.
• Provide direction to support staff.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Grand Rapids, MI.

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $22.00/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)

Workplace Type:
This is a fully onsite position in Grand Rapids, MI.

Final date to receive applications:
This position is anticipated to close on Jan 30, 2026.

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