Concrete Scanning Technician Trainee

XRSounder; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 37,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision care

RRSP options

Every other Friday off

Paid sick days

Company vehicle after training

Job summary

Xradar in Burnaby, BC, is seeking a Concrete Scanning Technician - Trainee. The role offers hands-on fieldwork, training, and growth within a structured program.

You’ll gain experience using GPR technology on construction projects across the city, with a focus on safety and quality. The position begins with a paid training wage and potential advancement as you acquire skills in concrete scanning, AutoCAD, and GPS.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience working in a labour or construction role.
• Valid Drivers’ License to use company vehicles as necessary.
• Strong computer skills; knowledge of AutoCAD and GPS is a significant asset.

Responsibilities

• Locate and map post-tension cables, rebar, and conduits in concrete using GPR.
• Drill holes and openings in concrete structures.
• Experience fieldwork across diverse construction projects.
• Prepare job sites and equipment; perform cleanup and maintenance of tools.
• Complete job summary reports for client review.

Skills

Year experience in labour or construct

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills

GPS

AutoCAD

Tools

AutoCAD

GPS

Job description

Concrete Scanning Technician Trainee

Concrete Scanning - Burnaby, British Columbia

Department: Concrete Scanning

Employment Type: Full-Time

Minimum Experience: Entry-level

Compensation: $27.00 - $32.00 DOE

As Xradar’s Concrete Scanning Technician - Trainee, you will have the opportunity to gain experience and grow your career in construction. This is a mentally and physically fulfilling role where you’ll never face the same challenges twice. At Xradar, achieving excellence while enjoying the benefits of a great work/life balance goes hand-in-hand!

As a Concrete Scanning Technician - Trainee, your day-to-day responsibilities may include:

• Utilizing GPR with Xradar’s technology to locate and map the position of post-tension cables, rebar, and electrical conduits located in concrete
• Employing drilling techniques to make holes and openings in concrete structures
• Exposure to fieldwork – you’ll get to know our city intimately by visiting a wide range of construction projects
• Preparation of job sites and equipment set up, as well as necessary clean-up and maintenance of tools
• Completion of job summary reports for client review

On your resume, we will be looking for the following:

• 1 year of experience working in a labour or construction role
• Valid Drivers’ License to use company vehicles as necessary
• Strong computer skills, and expertise in AutoCAD and GPS is a significant asset

During The Interview Process, We Will Be Looking For:

• How you demonstrate our shared value set of excellence (pushing yourself to be the very best), innovation (your ability to try new things and be okay with failing), community (how you give to your community, either micro or macro) and honesty (how you own your mistakes, even if it might mean you don’t always look as good as you hoping!)
• Exceptional interpersonal skills: your ability to communicate to all levels of an organization with a positive, proactive attitude. This includes understanding how to read a room and meet the needs of the team!
• Examples of excellent problem-solving, critical thinking, and analytical skills through asking good questions and completing solid analysis
• Examples of your ability to work independently and autonomously, as well as collaboratively across several teams
• Knowledge or interest in learning concrete construction methods

What’s In It For You:

• A commitment to individuals who are dedicated to building a career by providing a structured training program
• Customizable benefits package including medical, dental, vision care, and RRSP options
• Every other Friday off and paid sick days to care for you or your immediate family
• Option of a company vehicle once training is complete
• Structured training program where you’ll become familiarized with the industry methodologies
• Company holidays: we go camping in the summer and skiing in the winter!
• Training wage of $27.00 - $28/Hour DOE. On completion of training you will be raised to $28.40 - $32 DOE. Wages rise there after with experience, responsibilities and skills.

Our Culture

As part of GeoRadar Group, Xradar prides itself on being flexible and innovative. We have a diverse, youthful culture where career development is both supported and encouraged (80% of our Managers are promoted from Trainees). Continually striving for excellence and pushing for higher standards, Xradar is client-focused yet employee-driven. We see ourselves as a professional community - a family who likes to have fun - a unique group of individuals unified by the common goal of being the best in our industry.

About Us

Xradar™ provide concrete scanning services, non-destructive testing (NDT), structural drawings, void & crack detection and corrosion mapping across Canada. We are a COR certified company that ensures safe working environments for our employees backed by safe job procedures and a vigorous training program.

Commitment to Justice, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Xradar is strongly committed to equal opportunities in employment. We believe in building an environment that is inclusive and supportive for all individuals regardless of ancestry, race, color, religion (including religious dress) or creed, national, ethnic, or social origin, including caste, sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression, genetic information, age, disability, military or veteran status, medical condition, marital status, citizenship status, or other protected categories as provided by human rights legislation. Our goal is to build an organization that supports diversity inside out!

We are committed to providing equitable and inclusive treatment to all applicants throughout the recruitment process, in accordance with applicable accessibility and human rights legislation. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process (e.g., for your interview), please don’t hesitate to contact us at [e-mail]. We will be happy to support your needs to ensure a fair and accessible experience.