Entry-Level Civil Engineering Construction Technician (EIT)

Job overview

The Entry-Level Civil Engineering Construction Technician (EIT) role is onsite in Shawnee, KS, with travel to job sites around the Kansas City metropolitan area; compensation is not specified. The technician supports Olsson’s Construction Materials and Testing team, which helps assess construction material quality and project safety. The role collects construction material samples and performs tests and inspections using specialized equipment and established procedures. It documents findings and communicates results to project managers and other stakeholders to support informed decisions and the integrity of construction projects.

What you'll do

• Collect construction material samples at job sites
• perform tests and inspections using specialized equipment and established procedures
• document findings and communicate results to project managers and stakeholders
• travel to sites around the Kansas City metropolitan area and work in varied terrain and weather conditions.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

civil engineering

construction technician

entry-level

construction materials testing

field testing

site inspections

eit

kansas city metro

shawnee ks

olsson

paid training

mentorship

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Company truck, PPE, work-boot reimbursement, company laptop, cell-phone reimbursement options, fully paid training, mentorship, 401(k) match, health, vision and dental care, paid time off, wellness program, and possible bonus participation.

Why this role

The position includes a company truck for job-site transportation, PPE, work-boot reimbursement, a company laptop, cell-phone reimbursement options, paid training, mentorship, and hands-on experience with licensed professional engineers.

About the employer

Olsson is hiring for this role. Industry: Engineering Services. Sector: 54.