Civil Engineering Technician

Tetra Tech; Whitehorse; On-site; CAD 69,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering and consulting firm is seeking a Civil Engineering Technician to join their Arctic Engineering team in Whitehorse, Yukon. This role involves management of drill cores, conducting field and lab tests, and supporting geotechnical projects. Candidates must have a relevant diploma, strong communication skills, and be willing to travel. A comprehensive benefits package is offered from day one, along with a flexible, hybrid work culture.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits from day one

Overtime calculated at 1.5 times

Collaborative team atmosphere

Learning and development opportunities

Mentorship with experts in the field

Qualifications

• Hands-on design and construction administration experience is desirable.
• Prior Borehole logging experience is an asset.
• Must possess a valid Class 5 Driver's License.
• CSA approved Steel Toed Safety Boots required.

Responsibilities

• Manage drill core and conduct core orientation.
• Assist with management of technical field and lab staff.
• Perform field and laboratory testing of soil and asphalt.
• Prepare field and testing reports.

Skills

Geology

Civil Engineering

Construction Services

Microsoft Office

ArcGIS

AutoCAD

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Diploma from recognized Technical School

Job description

Overview

Tetra Tech is adding a Civil Engineering Technician (NOC 22300) to our Arctic Engineering team based in Whitehorse, Yukon.

Why Tetra Tech

At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 500 million lives around the world.

This is your opportunity to work and grow your career with world-class engineers and scientists dedicated to working on geotechnical engineering projects in arctic environments, from conceptual design to construction reporting. The position requires direct involvement with exciting new and existing projects in Canada’s northern territories, Yukon, NWT, and Nunavut. Travel will be required in this position, and candidates must be prepared to undertake short-term field assignments.

The salary range for this position is $69,500 to $79,500 per annum. Please note that Tetra Tech considers various factors in determining pay, including but not limited to: education, relevant and demonstrated work experience in the role, skills, geographic location, qualifications, certifications, and other competencies relevant to the needs of the business.

Your Role

• Drill core management – checking run markers, labelling, and racking core boxes.
• Core orientation – docking oriented core, marking orientation, and cut lines, recording QA/QC information on a strip log.
• Complete meter marks, RQD, magnetic susceptibility, box ends, specific gravity, box tags, photographs, and data entry.
• Inform the geology and engineering team of any problems with the drill core or with the core processing procedures.
• Prepare or supervise the preparation of rock, mineral or metal samples and perform physical and chemical laboratory tests.
• Assisting with the management of technical field and laboratory staff.
• Management of small to medium quality control and quality assurance projects.
• Able to provide quality control and quality assurance on a variety of laboratory and field-testing projects.
• Performing field testing and laboratory testing of soil, aggregate and asphalt concrete including sieve analysis, density testing using nuclear density gauges, preparation of Proctors and Marshall molds, asphalt cement content, sand equivalents, Atterberg limits and moisture content.
• Preparing of field and testing reports.
• Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards.
• Pursue continuous professional development and maintain a high degree of discipline knowledge and awareness.
• Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns.
• Additional duties as required.

Qualifications

• Geology, Civil Engineering or Construction Services Diploma from recognized Technical School.
• Demonstrated practical hands-on design, construction administration and project management expertise (i.e. related office and field experience) are assets but not required.
• Prior Borehole logging experience for both soils and rock would be considered an asset but is not required.
• Legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products, ArcGIS, AutoCAD.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, listening and time management skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Must possess a valid Class 5 Driver's License.
• Must be willing to travel and work in a field setting away from headquarters.
• CSA approved Steel Toed Safety Boots required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits, available on day one of employment.
• Overtime is calculated at 1.5 times.
• We have embraced a hybrid culture. We will provide you the tools to work almost anywhere.
• Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
• Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.
• Mentorship with world leading experts in your field.

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