Geotechnical Lab Technician - Precision Testing & Growth

WSP in Canada; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness programs

Flexible work options

Career development

Employee assistance program

Job summary

WSP is seeking a detail-oriented laboratory assistant in Ottawa to perform routine soils testing and sample management in a geotechnical lab. You will operate standard lab equipment and support senior technologists while ensuring safety and quality in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires strong organization and communication skills, with opportunities to develop technical geotechnical testing abilities and hands-on experience.

Qualifications

• Candidates perform repetitive testing procedures in a lab with high attention to detail.
• Ability to safely lift up to 50 lbs and work with standard lab equipment.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork is essential.
• Experience in geotechnical materials testing is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct testing in accordance with procedures and standards.
• Perform routine lab testing on soils according to methods and project requirements.
• Prepare, label, log and manage samples for tracking and traceability.
• Operate lab equipment including balances, ovens, and sieves.
• Record observations and results in logs and systems.
• Support senior technicians with test setup, calibration checks, and organization.
• Report non-conforming samples per quality procedures and store until resolved.
• Maintain safe, clean lab and protect confidentiality of records.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Tools

Balances

Ovens

Sieves

Job description

WSP is seeking a detail-oriented laboratory assistant in Ottawa to perform routine soils testing and sample management in a geotechnical lab. You will operate standard lab equipment and support senior technologists while ensuring safety and quality in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires strong organization and communication skills, with opportunities to develop technical geotechnical testing abilities and hands-on experience.