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The Materials Technician is responsible for conducting laboratory and field testing on concrete, soil, and aggregate materials to ensure compliance with industry standards. They will also assist the Laboratory Supervisor with project documentation, sampling, and maintaining quality management systems.

Job details

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF RESPONSIBILITIES * By delegation from the Engineering Manager, Construction Services, the Materials Technician has responsibility for providing effective and competent support to Intertek Testing Services NA Ltd. in a safe, legal, and ethical manner. * This is a position which will appeal to a self-motivated individual with a strong technical/practical background, excellent interpersonal/communication skills, and a solid work ethic, coupled with an interest in career growth. SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES * Listed examples are illustrative and representative of the tasks required of this position and are not intended to be complete or exclusive. * Conduct Laboratory and field materials testing on concrete, soil and aggregate materials to within CCIL certification for Concrete and Aggregate. * Conduct field and laboratory testing on materials and geotechnical projects for various clients throughout the Greater Vancouver Area. * Conduct field materials sampling on materials and geotechnical projects as required working with the Engineering Manager, Laboratory Supervisor and clients. * Become proficient in various CSA and ASTM Materials Testing Standard and Procedures for concrete and aggregate materials testing. * Assist the Laboratory Supervisor in conducting and completing materials testing and certification as required. * Provide Materials Testing Services and Inspection on site and in the laboratory as required. * Responsible for maintaining work order and unit posting process along with the Laboratory Supervisor. * Carrying out all responsibilities in a supportive manner with total adherence to: The Company’s Health, Safety and Environmental Policies and Procedures, Quality Management System, Compliance and Ethics Policies, Vision, Mission and Strategy, and exercises good judgment, common sense, and diplomacy. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS * Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology is preferred or, alternatively, equivalent technical experience. * 2 -5 years progressive experience in soil, aggregate, geotechnical and concrete materials testing. * Eligible to CCIL Concrete Testing Category CCIL Type C and D Aggregate Certification and CCIL Concrete Category “0” and “1”. * Familiar with civil engineering construction QA/QC inspection and test standards and procedures to ASTM and CSA standards. * ASTTBC Membership preferred. CORE COMPETENCIES * Excellent customer service skills. * Excellent communication skills in both verbal and written format (Technical Memo’s for project need to be clear and legible). * Excellent organization and time management skills. * Effective business writing and composition skills with a good command of the English language. * Ability to complete tasks. * Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment. * Microsoft Office software knowledge. Salary & Benefits Information The hourly range for this position is $25.00 - $27.00 per hour. Individual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related reasons. In addition to competitive compensation packages, Intertek employees are eligible for a variety of benefits including paid time off, paid holidays, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, RRSP with company match, tuition reimbursement and more. Intertek’s Commitment Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. With passion, pace, and precision we work to exceed our customers’ expectations, while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and professional growth. Our Culture of Total Quality Assurance Intertek promotes a culture where motivated, customer-oriented employees can flourish, experience professional fulfillment, and reach their highest potential. At Intertek, we exercise our spirit of innovation, the passion of our people and our unmatched customer commitment to realize our purpose of making the world an ever better, safer, and more sustainable place for all. A career with Intertek offers rewarding opportunities to help companies around the world develop products that are used safely by millions of people every day. Intertek is the trusted advisor to many of the world’s leading brands, companies, and governments, and has earned a reputation for accuracy, reliability, integrity, and technical competence. Working at Intertek means joining a global network of state-of-the-art facilities and passionate people who deliver superior customer service with a purpose of bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life. We Value Diversity Intertek’s network of phenomenal people are our greatest assets, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. For individuals with Disabilities, who would like to request accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email hr.canada@intertek.com [hr.canada@intertek.com] Please apply online at Intertek Canada Careers (oraclecloud.com) [https://hcog.fa.em2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_2/] *Intertek does not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies and will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Intertek is a leading Total Quality Assurance provider to industries worldwide. Our network of more than 1,000 laboratories and offices in more than 100 countries, delivers innovative and bespoke Assurance, Testing, Inspection and Certification (ATIC) solutions for our customers' operations and supply chains. Working at Intertek means joining a global network of state-of-the-art facilities and passionate people who deliver superior customer service with a purpose of bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life. The Building & Construction team provides assurance, testing, inspection, and certification services and building science solutions to deliver Total Quality Assurance to the built environment. The team offers the architectural, engineering and construction (A/E/C) industry with a full suite of capabilities both in the lab and on site.

What you’ll do

The Materials Technician is responsible for conducting laboratory and field testing on concrete, soil, and aggregate materials to ensure compliance with industry standards. They will also assist the Laboratory Supervisor with project documentation, sampling, and maintaining quality management systems.

Requirements

Candidates should possess a diploma in Civil Engineering Technology or equivalent experience, along with 2-5 years of relevant materials testing background. Proficiency in CSA and ASTM standards and eligibility for CCIL certifications are required for this role.

Benefits

• Paid time off • Paid holidays • Medical insurance • Dental insurance • Vision insurance • Life insurance • Disability insurance • RRSP with company match • Tuition reimbursement

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Customer service · Preferred
• Materials Testing · Preferred
• Quality assurance · Preferred
• Quality Control · Preferred
• Microsoft Office · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Materials testing
• Concrete testing
• Soil testing
• Aggregate testing
• Geotechnical testing
• CSA standards
• ASTM standards
• Quality control
• Quality assurance
• Technical writing
• Time management
• Microsoft Office
• Customer service
• Communication skills
• Field sampling
• Laboratory procedures
• Building Science
• Supply Chain
• Diplomacy
• Time Off Management
• Ethical Standards And Conduct
• Self-Motivation
• ASTM International Standards
• Quality Management Systems
• Architectural Engineering
• Built Environment
• Business Writing
• Civil Engineering
• Customer Service
• Communication
• Engineering Management
• English Language
• Geotechnical Engineering
• Innovation
• Interpersonal Communications
• Laboratory Testing
• Materials Testing
• Multitasking
• Operations
• Quality Assurance
• Sampling (Statistics)
• Time Management
• Written Composition
• Environment Health And Safety
• Reliability
• Quality Control

Job areas

• Construction
• Engineering
• Science & Research
• Trades
• Materials Technician
• Materials Tester
• Product Graders and Testers (except Foods and Beverages)
• Geological Technicians, Except Hydrologic Technicians