Junior Materials Lab Technician

WSP•London, ON

3d•CA$47,200 - CA$65,000•Onsite

About The Position

As a Junior Materials Lab Technician in our London, Ontario location, you will help deliver accurate, high-quality laboratory work that supports environmental, materials, and infrastructure projects both locally and globally. You will be part of a team that values precision, safety, and innovation while helping shape healthier, more resilient communities.

Requirements

Successful completion of post-secondary technical education in Civil Engineering/Technology or related discipline;
Minimum of 1-5 years of experience working in a soils laboratory. Experience with field materials testing of construction materials including, but not limited to: soils, aggregates, concrete, asphalt materials will also be considered;
Sound knowledge with relevant standardized lab testing procedures (ASTM, AASHTO, CSA);
Experience and knowledge in CCIL laboratory certification processes, equipment maintenance and calibration, and lab proficiency testing programs.
Time management skills, organizational skills, independent thinking skills, problem-solving and analytical skills;
Ability to take direction and work independently as well as be team member and collaborate with other lab personnel;
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and able to schedule and coordinate multiple tasks and assignments;
Accurate and efficient computer skills in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) with data entry, data interpretation and report generating skills.
Sound understanding of the need for health and safety procedures in the workplace/Possess a safety conscious attitude

Nice To Haves

Certification with the Canadian Council of Independent Laboratories (CCIL Type C) preferred;

Responsibilities

Carry out laboratory tests to known industry standards on soils, aggregates as well as concrete and other construction materials as required.
Participate in relevant CCIL certifications as needed, and ensure prompt and accurate testing and reporting of results.
Complete accurate and concise data gathering for a variety of test methods in a manner suitable for efficient data entry of test results to produce a final and accurate report.
Support equipment calibration, maintenance and general housekeeping requirements to maintain a safe working environment in the laboratory.
Participate in the laboratory quality control program, support internal/external audits and assist in the identification and investigation as well as communicating of non-conformances to the Lab Supervisor.
Support sample management and the safe materials handling practices required for shipping, receiving, logging, handling, storage and disposal of samples.
Interact with staff in the Office including field technicians and technologists, administrative and professional staff, as well as with some clients.