materials testing technician

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment

• Outdoors

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Read blueprints to determine dimensions of structure or system and material requirements
• Participate in field surveys, inspections or technical investigations
• Prepare construction specifications, costs and material estimates
• Supervise or conduct field surveys, inspections, technical investigations and testing of construction materials
• Participate in field checks and verification
• Maintain inspection records and complete inspection reports
• Establish and monitor construction work schedules
• Prepare documents showing both the structural needs and the materials required for construction

Supervision

• 1 to 2 people

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• CAE - computer-aided engineering
• AutoCAD

Area of work experience

• Project coordination
• Laboratory testing and analysis

Civil engineering experience

• Buildings and structures
• Waste handling sites

Specialization or experience

• Specialized environmental skills and knowledge

Area of specialization

• Structural engineering
• Construction design and supervision
• Geotechnical
• Environmental protection

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Public transportation is available
• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Handling heavy loads
• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Own tools/equipment

• Hard hat
• Steel-toed safety boots
• Equipment
• Tools

Personal suitability

• Leadership
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Judgement
• Organized
• Team player

Benefits

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits

Other benefits

• Learning/training paid by employer
• On-site amenities
• Other benefits
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)

Employment groups

This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:

Support for newcomers and refugees

• Supports social and labour market integration of newcomers and/or refugees (for example: facilitating access to community resources, language training, skills training, etc.)
• Recruits newcomers and/or refugees who were displaced by a conflict or a natural disaster (for example: Ukraine, Afghanistan, etc.)
• Supports newcomers and/or refugees with foreign credential recognition

Support for youths

• Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth
• Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth

Employment groups - Help

Membership in a group is not a job requirement. All interested applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.

This employer is committed to providing all job applicants with equal employment opportunities, and promoting inclusion. If you self-identify as a member of any employment group, you are encouraged to indicate it in your application.

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