Geotechnical Materials Technician

Job summary

Conduct field and laboratory tests on soil, aggregate, concrete, and asphalt, and support geotechnical investigations through sampling, data recording, surveys, and site documentation. Assist with inspections, technical reports, specifications, and drawings while maintaining safety and quality standards and traveling to project sites as needed.

Job details

Our Company: Envirogeotech (EGC) specializes in providing geotechnical, environmental and material testing and engineering services for various types of development. We have over 80 years of combined technical experience bringing credibility, professional skill and knowledge to every project and our clients can rely upon us to do the very best job every time. We strive to ensure that the safety of individuals, the public and the environment are competently and conscientiously met. About company visit our webpage: www.envirogeotech.com Job Description: Continuing demand and upcoming projects have resulted in opening positions as Geo-Material Testing Technician. While working as part of a team, we have roles based out of our Medicine Hat and Calgary offices, where you will gain hands-on experience and contribute to various projects. Key Responsibilities: Conduct field and laboratory testing on soil, aggregate, concrete, and asphalt following industry standards and EGC policies. Perform field density and compaction control tests to ensure compliance with project specifications. Assist in geotechnical investigations, including sampling, data recording, and site documentation. Participate in field surveys, inspections, and technical investigations related to soils, drainage, roads, and structures. Support the preparation of engineering specifications, drawings, and technical reports. Maintain safety, quality control, and housekeeping standards in both field and laboratory environments. Undertake technical tasks and duties as assigned by management, including supervision support when required. Be available for job-related travel to various project sites as needed. Qualifications: strong, clear, professional written and oral communications ability to multi-task work well with others willingness to work overtime, ability to work out of town as necessary. Driver’s Abstract, valid Class 5 Driver’s License with at least 3 years of driving experience in Canada ability to manage clients and staff with capable people skills. previous materials testing experience is considered an asset. Candidates with PR or Citizenship preferred. If you are seeking an exciting opportunity within the industry, we invite you to submit your resume to hr@envirogeotech.com. Please note that the company requires your driving abstract as part of the application process. Applicants must either live in the Medicine Hat, or Calgary area or be willing to relocate prior to start date, at their own expense. Please forward your current resume listing education and related skill set and salary expectations. Only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview. Thank you for your interest in Envirogeotech Consulting Inc. Salary: Starting at $18.00 per hour

What you’ll do

Conduct field and laboratory tests on soil, aggregate, concrete, and asphalt, and support geotechnical investigations through sampling, data recording, surveys, and site documentation. Assist with inspections, technical reports, specifications, and drawings while maintaining safety and quality standards and traveling to project sites as needed.

Requirements

Applicants should have strong written and oral communication, multitasking, teamwork, and people skills, and be willing to work overtime and out of town. A valid Class 5 driver's license, at least three years of driving experience in Canada, and a driving abstract are required; prior materials testing experience is an asset, and permanent residents or citizens are preferred.

Listed skills

• written communication · Preferred
• Technical Reporting · Preferred
• Site Documentation · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Soil Testing
• Aggregate Testing
• Concrete Testing
• Asphalt Testing
• Field Density Testing
• Compaction Control
• Geotechnical Investigations
• Sampling
• Data Recording
• Site Documentation
• Field Surveys
• Inspections
• Technical Reporting
• Written Communication
• Oral Communication
• Client and Staff Relations

Job areas

• Engineering
• Construction
• Environmental & Sustainability
• Science & Research
• Trades