Civil Technician

TBT Engineering; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Pension plan

Paid time off

Wellness incentives

Workwear allowance

Competitive salary

Job summary

TBT Engineering in Ottawa, Ontario, is seeking a Civil Field Technician to support field testing, inspections, and data collection across diverse municipal projects. You will work with multidisciplinary teams to ensure designs are constructible, compliant, and delivered on schedule.

The role emphasizes on-site fieldwork, soil/rock testing, documentation, and a strong safety focus under OHSA guidelines; 1–5 years of relevant experience and a Civil Engineering credential are preferred.

Qualifications

• Practical expertise in civil field services, material testing, and construction inspection.
• Diploma or degree in Civil Engineering Technology, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• 1-5 years of relevant field experience including material testing and construction inspection.

Responsibilities

• Perform soil, concrete, asphalt, and other material sampling and testing on-site and in the laboratory.
• Conduct on-site construction inspections and monitor civil works including roads, grading, drainage, utilities, and earthworks.
• Collect and record field data, including survey and geotechnical information, for use in design and reporting.
• Coordinate with engineers, designers, and contractors to ensure field activities align with project plans and specifications.
• Maintain accurate field records, reports, and documentation in accordance with company quality and regulatory standards.
• Support project teams in field testing, monitoring, and verification activities.
• Promote and enforce health and safety practices on-site, ensuring compliance with OHSA and company safety policies.

Skills

Field testing

Construction inspection

Technical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Civil Engineering Tech diploma

Civil Engineering degree

Related field degree

Tools

Soil testing equipment

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Position Description

Contribute to a variety of Civil Engineering projects with a focus on fieldwork and site support while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams across TBTE’s diverse engineering divisions. Apply technical skills in field testing, construction inspection, site investigation, and data collection to support project delivery and ensure designs are constructible, accurate, and compliant with applicable standards.

Position Responsibilities

• Perform soil, concrete, asphalt, and other material sampling and testing on-stie and in the laboratory.
• Conduct on-site construction inspections and monitor civil works including roads, grading, drainage, utilities, and earthworks.
• Collect and record field data, including survey and geotechnical information, for use in design and reporting.
• Coordinate with engineers, designers, and contractors to ensure field activities align with project plans and specifications.
• Maintain accurate field records, reports, and documentation in accordance with company quality and regulatory standards.
• Support project teams in field testing, monitoring, and verification activities.
• Promote and enforce health and safety practices on-site, ensuring compliance with OHSA and company safety policies.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will demonstrate practical expertise in civil field services, material testing, and construction inspection, supported by a diploma or degree in Civil Engineering Technology, Civil Engineering, or a related field. The role requires 1-5 years of relevant field experience, including material testing and construction inspection for roads, site development, or municipal infrastructure projects. Candidates should be proficient with field testing equipment and methods, and possess strong technical, organizational, and communication skills. Familiarity with construction standards, testing procedures, and regulatory requirements is essential, along with a commitment to maintaining a safe work environment and the ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.

This position is classified as full time / seasonal. Rate of pay will be commensurate with related experience and qualifications ($25.00 per hour +). TBT Engineering provides health and dental benefits, group retirement savings programs, robust personal paid time off policies, wellness incentives, workwear and clothing allowances and competitive salaries!

TBT Engineering is an equal opportunity employer. We would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.