Materials Field Technician / Technologist

Clifton • Calgary, AB

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Clifton, an award-winning engineering and environmental consultancy founded in 1978, is seeking a Field Technician / Technologist to join their Calgary office. This role will involve assisting with a variety of field projects across AB, BC, SK, and surrounding areas as part of the Materials Engineering Practice Team. The successful candidate will contribute to the delivery of high-quality field and laboratory testing services, supporting the company's mission to provide innovative and pragmatic solutions for community building. Clifton fosters a professional community where seasoned experts mentor junior members, promoting career advancement and innovation.

Requirements

• Minimum of two (2) years of civil materials testing experience.
• Must have a valid Class 5 Canadian Driver’s License (no GDL) and provide a clean Driver’s Abstract as a condition of employment.
• Ability to work independently on site, outside, on a variety of local, remote, and out-of-town project and construction sites.
• Ability to lift and move items and equipment weighing up to 50 lbs is required.
• Willingness to work overtime, including long hours (up to 12 hours per day), night shifts and/or weekends, for potentially extended periods of time, as projects needs dictate.
• Strong organizational skills, including effective management of multiple and conflicting priorities, with a demonstrated ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with an ability to assess and initiate tasks independently, review and interpret results, and collaborate with the project team, as required.
• Proficient with the Microsoft Office suite of products (Word and Excel).
• Contribute to a positive work environment, conducting oneself in a professional and ethical manner.
• Knowledge of HSE guidelines and safe work practices, with a proven ability to contribute to a safe and respectful work environment.
• All applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of a Civil Engineering Technology diploma an asset but not required.
• CCiL/CSA certification is preferred. Training will be provided to obtain certification, if required.

Responsibilities

• Completing a variety of on-site materials testing services (concrete, soil, and asphalt) including field and lab sampling, testing and documentation for quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) purposes.
• Performing field work at various local and remote project and construction sites where the ability to lift and move items and equipment weighing up to 50lbs is required.
• Submitting accurate, detailed, and timely digital and physical project paperwork daily.
• Applying knowledge of CSA and ASTM testing methods and standards in conjunction with project standards and requirements to support project delivery and handle non-conformance issues.
• Liaising with internal project managers, external contractors, and client representatives to provide high quality service to all stakeholders on the project.
• Complying with Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) guidelines, ensuring adherence to all applicable legislation, standards, and Clifton’s own health and safety policies.
• Performing other duties, as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed