Geotechnical Field Technician/Technologist

EXP; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Geotechnical Field Technician/Technologist, where your skills in soil description and geotechnical investigations will contribute to innovative solutions for the built and natural environments. In this dynamic role, you will assist in various fieldwork tasks, including soil logging and quality control, while collaborating with a talented team of professionals. This position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your career in a supportive environment that values diversity and encourages personal growth. If you're passionate about geotechnical engineering and eager to make an impact, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of relevant experience in geotechnical field work.
• Strong ability to read drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Assist in geotechnical investigations and compile utility information.
• Conduct soil logging and transcribe soil logs using gINT.
• Perform field soil compaction testing and drafting with AutoCAD.

Skills

Soil Description and Identification

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Field Report Writing

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Training in Soils Description

Tools

gINT

AutoCAD

Soil Density Gauge

Job description

Geotechnical Field Technician/Technologist Burnaby, BC

At EXP, we’re driven to provide innovative solutions for the world’s built and natural environments. As a team of engineers, architects, designers, scientists, creators, and a community of professionals, we bring diverse and talented people together to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Here, you join a team that leverages differences, harnesses their entrepreneurial spirit in an employee-owned company, that believes diversity is what gives us strength, seeks sustainable results and shares ambitions for each other, our clients, and the communities we are part of and serve. To be a part of EXP means to have your own experience, while staying connected to a global network of professionals, who believe we are a part of something bigger. Together, we are EXP.

Are you ready to design your future?

Be our next Geotechnical Field Technician/Technologist!

Your work environment at EXP

Your Responsibilities

1. Assist in scope/costing of geotechnical investigations/field work
2. Compile utility information, initiate BC One Calls, and obtain permits for geotechnical investigations
3. Soil/rock logging during geotechnical investigations
4. Describe and classify soil/rock types in accordance with ASTM and Canadian Foundation Engineering Manual
5. Transcribe soil logs using gINT
6. Support EXP Materials lab on conducting laboratory index testing, including moisture contents, proctor tests and sieve analyses, Atterberg limits, as needed
7. Support EXP Materials on construction quality control QC work, as needed
8. Support geotechnical EoR as Delegate by conducting pile inspections and subgrade inspections for footings and other quality assurance QA work, as needed
9. Demonstrate a “Safety-First” focus and maintain a high standard of work
10. Perform field soil compaction testing with soil density gauge, under QC/QA work
11. Drafting (using AutoCAD)

The Skills, Knowledge, and Ability We Seek

1. 1-2 full construction seasons of relevant work experience
2. Have training in soils description and identification
3. Demonstrated ability to understand and work with EoRs to resolve geotechnical inquiries, while on construction sites
4. Able to read drawings and specifications
5. Able to discuss site issues with consultants and contractors
6. Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
7. Ability to write clear field reports
8. Strong attention to detail and accuracy
9. Must have own vehicle and appropriate insurance coverage to travel to project sites

The salary range for this role is between $50,000-$75,000 yearly. The actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and specific work location.

EXP subscribes to the Workplace Equity Program. Applications from women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous peoples and persons with disabilities are encouraged. Persons with disabilities can obtain accommodation for the selection process by contacting us at the following email address: [e-mail].