Field Technician

GHD; St. Catharines; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a motivated Field Technician to join their Materials Technology Team in St. Catharines, ON. This entry-level contract position involves assisting engineers with evaluating materials, while gaining experience in various technical tasks. Join a dynamic team focused on solving complex transport challenges and experience significant professional growth.

Qualifications

• Enrollment or graduation from a civil, geotechnical, or engineering program.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Assess compliance with established standards and protocols.
• Collect and analyze data for engineering tasks.
• Install plant and machinery under supervision.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service skills

Technical skills

Willingness to learn

Education

Enrollment in civil, geotechnical, or engineering program

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

Bring your curiosity and determination to make a positive impact on the future of transport, and we’ll help you go all the way.

Join our team of globally connected specialists to help solve complex transport challenges and experience groundbreaking projects from idea to delivery, and beyond.

Our pledge to you.

Join GHD.

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking a hard-working and motivated Field Technician who can assist materials engineers in evaluating materials and developing machinery and processes to manufacture materials for use in products that meet specialized design and performance specifications. This role will be part of our Materials Technology Team at our St. Catherines, ON location.

You will join a team of enthusiastic and dedicated technicians while operating under the supervision and mentorship of our civil and geotechnical engineering professionals.

This is an entry-level contract position, with intermediate and senior roles available based on your experience and technical certifications within this service line. Full-time positions are based on availability and seasonal demands.

Bring your curiosity and passion to the technical challenges we solve at GHD. Then see how everyone gets behind you.

With commitment, there’s no idea too big, no dream too far. We strive to create opportunities for all, providing leading training and development programs to accelerate your growth.

Come and see where your career can take you and the impact your commitment can make.

Let's solve the big problems together.

Responsibilities

1. Solutions Analysis: Assess compliance with established standards and protocols for routine inquiries.
2. Data Collection and Analysis: Extract relevant data from information provided by others, and input it into spreadsheets or standard formats.
3. Engineering Drawings: Carry out activities under the guidance of senior colleagues to create engineering drawings for communication, evaluation, and implementation of engineering solutions.
4. Plant and Machinery Design and Installation: Install plant and machinery to the agreed design under close supervision to meet operational and regulatory standards.
5. Personal Capability Building: Develop and maintain excellent process or technical skills through assessment, development planning, training, and coaching.
6. Testing: Perform a broad range of tests requiring detailed assessment, measurement, and judgment.
7. Operational Compliance: Develop knowledge of organizational policies, procedures, and regulatory codes, adhering to standards to ensure quality work.
8. Product and Solution Development: Support others by carrying out simple product development or engineering tasks, such as data gathering or document preparation, following established procedures.
9. Technical Troubleshooting: Perform basic troubleshooting tasks, such as identifying technical issues with equipment and assisting in diagnostics.

What you will bring to the team:

• Enrollment in, or graduation from, a civil, geotechnical, or engineering program. Other relevant education and experience will be considered.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Willingness to learn new skills and testing procedures.
• Access to a personal vehicle and a valid driver’s license for site inspections.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Word and Excel.
• Ability to lift and carry 23.7 kg (50 lbs.).
• Willingness to work a 40-hour week with possible overtime up to 13 hours per day.
• Willingness to travel up to 200 km per day using a personal vehicle.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Hourly compensation at market rates.

As a diverse and inclusive organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal-opportunity employer. We will provide reasonable accommodation upon request for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.