Materials Testing Lab Technician

TULLOCH•Sault Ste. Marie, ON

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Based in our Sault Ste. Marie location, the Materials Testing Lab Technician will report to the Materials Testing Lead and will have a wide range of duties which ultimately focus on in-house laboratory testing services for soils, aggregate, asphalt, concrete, and construction materials. Using up-to-date equipment and approved methods, we provide lab testing, field testing, and sample collection services to meet our clients’ construction and geotechnical needs. This is a new contract position and the wage range is $25.00 - $30.00 hourly.

Requirements

Physically fit and willing to work outside in all weather conditions
Willing to travel
Understand civil engineering and construction principles
Can interpret testing procedures, construction drawings, and specifications
Not afraid to raise your hand when you need help or guidance
Trusted with the freedom to work independently while contributing to overall team success
College diploma from a Civil Engineering Technician program or 5+ years of relevant experience
Minimum 2 years of relevant work experience in a materials testing laboratory or a laboratory setting
Experience with laboratory testing procedures
Efficient and accurate computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite
Data entry, data interpretation, and report generating skills
Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
Ability to write accurate, detailed field reports and make recommendations
High motivation with results-oriented focus
Superior organizational and multi-tasking skills
Unwavering commitment to health and safety in the workplace
Valid Class G driver’s licence

Nice To Haves

CCIL certification for concrete, soil, and/or asphalt testing

Responsibilities

Carry out laboratory testing of soils, concrete, and asphalt
Perform regular equipment calibrations
Monitor the placement of soil, granular materials, and asphalt and carry out compaction testing using a density gauge
Perform in-lab testing according to specifications for soil, granular, asphalt, and concrete
Perform concrete slump, air test, and cast test cylinders in the field
Properly identify and classify soil types from samples
Prepare daily field and laboratory test reports and other client deliverables
Liaise with laboratory manager, supervisors, and contractor personnel