Geotechnical Field Technician

SYSTRA Canada is part of the SYSTRA group, an international consulting and engineering group, a world leader in the design of transport infrastructures. SYSTRA Canada is an engineering and consulting firm whose primary focus is to offer transportation solutions, whether for passengers or goods: feasibility studies of building a new railway line, increasing the capacity of the existing infrastructure, privatization of a railway. Understand better who we are by visiting www.systracanada.com. Context Systra Canada is hiring for Geotechnical Field Technicians for Transit Projects in Ontario. Missions/Main Duties Supervise geotechnical drilling operations including SPT and CPT testing, in-site geotechnical testing, soils strata logging and soil sample logging Conduct asphalt and concrete coring operations ;collect geotechnical soil and asphalt samples. Observe and record site conditions, drainage patterns and construction operations Support for laboratory and factual reporting teams Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver project objectives on time and within budget. Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, codes, and health & safety regulations. Oversee field investigations, observe borehole drilling and asphalt/concrete coring, and Support inspection and instrumentation implementation as required during construction/pre-construction monitoring. Conduct site investigations and soil sampling Analyze soil, rock, and groundwater conditions Perform geotechnical analysis and interpret data Experience in completing peer reviews of technical documents and reports Draw on technical skills and expertise to design, install, and conduct ongoing maintenance of remediation systems Scope & Report preparation Maintain excellent client relationships in various industries Profile/Skills 5+ years of experience conducting or supervising geotechnical field investigations, including knowledge of drilling/coring methodologies (SPT, PQ/HQ coring, CPT) and soil identification and sampling procedures. CET or CTech preferred. University degree in a related field of study such as Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Hydrogeology or Geology Highly technical abilities in environmental site assessment and remediation design, combined with a mechanical aptitude Knowledge of risk assessment/remediation systems/techniques Strong organizational and time management skills Excellent oral and written communication skills, as well as advanced technical writing abilities Ability to problem solve, troubleshoot, and put forth creative solutions Salary Range for the role is between $70,000 - $90,000. SYSTRA Canada is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that values applications from all and offers employment equity based on the merits and abilities of candidates and personnel. Note: In this description, the masculine gender is used for easy reading purposes and includes the feminine. We use AI-enabled tools in our recruitment platform (iCIMS) for tasks like resume parsing and candidate matching. These tools do not make hiring decisions; all applications are reviewed by a human recruiter, and final decisions are made by our hiring team. For questions about our hiring process or AI tools, please contact [email protected].

Supervise geotechnical drilling, coring, and sampling operations while recording site conditions and drainage patterns. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to perform geotechnical analysis and ensure compliance with industry standards and safety regulations.

Requires 5+ years of experience in geotechnical field investigations and a university degree in Environmental Engineering, Science, Hydrogeology, or Geology. CET or CTech certification is preferred, along with strong technical writing and problem-solving abilities.

• Time managementPreferred
• Problem solvingPreferred
• Project managementPreferred

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• Geotechnical Drilling Supervision
• SPT Testing
• CPT Testing
• Soil Strata Logging
• Asphalt and Concrete Coring
• Soil Sampling
• Geotechnical Analysis
• Environmental Site Assessment
• Remediation Design
• Technical Writing
• Risk Assessment
• Project Management
• Problem Solving
• Time Management
• Client Relationship Management
• Health & Safety Compliance

• Engineering
• Environmental & Sustainability
• Construction
• Transportation
• Consulting

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

5+ years

Apply by

Jun 30, 2027

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week