Concrete Lab/Field Technician

Egis; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Egis Canada in Vaughan, Ontario, is seeking a Concrete Lab/Field Technician to support construction materials testing across laboratory and field environments. The role involves collecting concrete samples, performing material property testing, documenting results, and ensuring compliance with quality requirements.

Qualified candidates will have a Civil Engineering Technology diploma and experience with slump, density, and compressive strength testing, plus strong technical reporting and the

Qualifications

• Diploma or education in Civil Engineering Technology.
• Experience with concrete testing procedures (slump, air content, density, strength).
• Familiarity with industry codes and testing requirements.
• Strong communication for stakeholder coordination and documentation.
• Time management and organizational skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in reporting.
• Ontario Class G driver's license and access to a vehicle.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Up to 3 years of experience in construction materials testing.

Responsibilities

• Perform concrete testing on mixes (slump, air content, temperature, density).
• Lab testing of concrete cylinders for compression strength and documentation.
• Field sampling by visiting construction sites.
• Prepare and maintain technical testing reports.
• Support QA by verifying compliance with codes and specs.
• Operate and maintain testing equipment and calibration awareness.
• Conduct site field investigations while following safety procedures.
• Follow health and safety compliance in all assignments.

Skills

Concrete testing

Communication

Documentation

Time management

Independent work

Driver's license

Education

Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology

CCIL certification (asset)

Job description

About Us

Are you ambitious and looking to make the right move in your career? Now is the perfect time to join Egis.We are now over 21,000 engineers, architects, scientists and planners across the world and experiencing substantial growthin North America. This strategic move underscores our commitment to investing in North America, propelling our expansion to new heights.

About the Role

Concrete Lab/Field Technicianbased inVaughan, Ontario, Canada, supporting construction materials testing activities across laboratory and field environments. The role is responsible for collecting concrete samples, conducting material property testing, documenting results, and supporting compliance with applicable construction quality requirements.

This position involves regular attendance at active construction sites and laboratory facilities throughout project delivery. Responsibilities include concrete sampling, laboratory testing, field verification activities, technical documentation, equipment maintenance, and adherence to established safety procedures. Work is performed in varying weather conditions and requires coordination with construction personnel and project stakeholders.

The ideal candidate possesses a background in civil engineering technology or a related discipline, exposure to construction materials testing, strong technical reporting skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently while maintaining quality assurance standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Performconstruction materials testingon concrete mixes, including slump, air content, temperature, and density evaluations.
• Conductlaboratory testingof concrete cylinders through compression testing to verify strength characteristics and document results.
• Completefield investigationactivities by visiting construction sites to collect representative concrete samples.
• Prepare and maintain accuratetechnical reportingrecords of testing procedures, observations, and test results.
• Supportquality assuranceprocesses by verifying compliance with applicable codes, specifications, and regulatory requirements.
• Performlaboratory operationsduties, including operation, calibration awareness, cleaning, and maintenance of testing equipment.
• Executeconstruction inspection supportactivities while working safely in changing environmental and weather conditions.
• Follow establishedhealth and safety complianceprocedures and participate in additional testing and project-related assignments as required.

What do we need from you

Required

• Diploma or education in Civil Engineering Technology or a closely related discipline.
• Ability to perform concrete testing procedures, including slump, air content, temperature, density, and compressive strength testing.
• Familiarity with applicable industry codes, specifications, and testing requirements.
• Strong communication skills for stakeholder coordination and technical documentation.
• Demonstrated time management, organizational, and recordkeeping abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in reporting test data.
• Ability to work independently and within a project team environment.
• Valid Ontario Class G driver's licence with access to a personal vehicle and an acceptable driving record.
• Physical capability to lift, transport, and operate testing equipment.
• Commitment to established safety procedures and fieldwork requirements.
• Up to 3 years of experiencein construction materials testing, laboratory testing, or related civil engineering field activities.

Assets

• Education in Concrete Technology.
• Previous experience performing concrete laboratory or field testing.
• CCIL (Canadian Council of Independent Laboratories) certification.
• Exposure to construction quality control programs.
• Experience working on infrastructure, transportation, municipal, or building construction projects.
• Familiarity with concrete materials performance evaluation and testing documentation processes.

What's in it for you?

Egis Canada is an equal opportunities employer offering a competitive salary and benefits to those with the skills suited to the needs of our clients.The salary range advertised may exceed the range based on several factors, including relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.

We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

This role is eligible for a referral bonus in line with the Referral Program. If you have been referred, please provide the name of the employee who has referred you at the time of your application.

At Egis, we embrace innovation to tackle challenges and utilize AI in our recruitment process under stringent ethics and compliance policies and in alignment with our values of being a Responsible Company, a People First Company and a Creative Company. Committed to diversity, growth and collaboration, we may leverage AI to support the recruitment process.