Geotechnical Lab Technologist

Klohn Crippen Berger Ltd.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Vacation policy aligned to experience

Paid volunteer time, overtime, and s

Job summary

Klohn Crippen Berger Ltd. in Calgary, AB, is seeking a Geotechnical Lab Technologist to work with Engineers and Project Managers on large-scale infrastructure, oil sands, and mining projects.

You will conduct geotechnical index testing, report results, assist with core logging, drilling supervision, and construction monitoring as needed. The role requires a Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology and experience with direct simple shear, triaxial tests, hydrometers, with registration or

Qualifications

• Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology is required.
• Experience with direct simple shear, triaxial tests, hydrometers, etc. is preferred.
• Registered or eligible to register with ASET is required.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel are needed.
• Eagerness to learn good engineering practice.

Responsibilities

• Respond to requests to conduct geotechnical materials testing and reporting.
• Conduct geotechnical index testing (PSD, Proctor, Atterberg limits) and related analyses.
• Engage in core logging, drilling supervision and construction monitoring as needed.

Skills

Geotechnical testing methods

Direct simple shear

Triaxial testing

PSD testing

Atterberg limits testing

Travel willingness

Education

Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology

Tools

Job description

As a Geotechnical Lab Technologist, you will have the opportunity to work with Engineers and Project Managers on large-scale, world-class projects for the infrastructure, oil sands, and mining industry. This role will provide you with excellent technical challenges and an opportunity to work closely with other talented professionals committed to delivering high-quality engineering and environmental services to clients.

This Role Will Give You The Opportunity To

• Use and grow your skills in a geotechnical lab
• Respond to requests to conduct geotechnical materials testing and reporting
• Conduct geotechnical index testing, including proctor, Particle Size Distribution (PSD) and Atterberg Limits testing together with advanced soil strength and permeability testing.
• Engage in core logging, drilling supervision and construction monitoring, as needed

Qualifications

• Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology
• Experience performing and conducting advanced testing methodologies such as direct simple shear, triaxial test, hydrometers, etc.
• Registered or eligible to register with ASET
• Valid driver’s license
• Willingness to travel
• Eagerness to learn good engineering practice

Along With Continued Career Development, KCB Offers

• Competitive wages.
• Vacation policy that aligns to your experience.
• Paid volunteer time, overtime, and sick days.
• Professional registration support.
• Retirement planning and flexibility through group RRSP options.
• Flexible health benefits, including social and mental well-being initiatives.
• Commitment to global Environmental, Social, and Governance standards.

About Us

Klohn Crippen Berger Ltd. (KCB) is a multi-disciplinary consulting firm with five major business units providing engineering and environmental services in the mining, hydropower, transportation, ports, infrastructure, geotechnical, oil & gas, environmental, and water resources sectors. We offer a full range of services from our offices in North America, Australia, South America, and Europe.

From our offices in Calgary, Edmonton, Saskatoon, York (UK), Naas (Ireland), Sweden and the Dominican Republic, our EMIE Group works on challenging projects in the Water, Power and Transportation, Energy, Mining, and Environmental market sectors.

KCB is a platinum member of Canada’s Best Managed companies. We are committed to employment equity and encourage applications from all qualified career seekers. We offer professional career development tracks and salaries commensurate with experience and an attractive benefits package.

Are you up to the challenge? We thank all candidates for applying, however only short-listed candidates will be contacted.