Geotechnical & Materials Technician

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; Fredericton; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits package

Ongoing opportunities for professional development

Flexible work environment

Job summary

A leading engineering firm located in Canada, New Brunswick is seeking a Geotechnical and Materials Technician to join their dynamic team. The successful candidate will perform quality control testing on construction projects and assist in resolving technical issues on site. Ideal applicants should be energetic team players with good communication skills and a diploma in Civil Engineering. The position provides opportunities for professional growth and development in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Energetic team player with effective communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in geotechnical investigations is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality control testing for construction materials.
• Monitor fill placement and compaction.
• Complete field reports and support team operations.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Ability to work under minimal supervision

Initiative and ability to multi-task

Driver’s license

Ability to travel

Ability to carry out moderate lifting

Education

Diploma in Civil Engineering technology or related field

Job description

Overview

Build the foundation for a lasting and successful career in geotechnical engineering by starting with a good team. When we say that we’re full-service, we mean it. You’ll find us in the office and on site. We work indoors and out, above and below ground, over and under water, across projects large and small. From field exploration and laboratory testing to the design and construction management of complex geotechnical structures, our team does work that’s rock solid. Join our team today!

Your Opportunity

As a Geotechnical and Materials Technician, you will have the opportunity to work on a variety of geotechnical and construction projects in a multi‑discipline project team environment. Working in our Saint John or Fredericton, New Brunswick office, you will work closely with an experienced team of engineers and technicians to become part of our dynamic team, primarily performing materials testing services.

What we offer

• Small business environment, backed by large company resources.
• Gain experience and knowledge from senior engineers who are eager to guide and mentor you on your professional growth journey.
• Work on complex and diverse projects of varying sizes, expanding your technical skills.
• Flexible work environment that promotes a balanced lifestyle.
• Access to innovative tools and technology, empowering you to deliver high‑quality solutions.
• Collaborate and grow within a global, multidisciplinary team leveraging worldwide expertise.
• Ongoing opportunities for professional development, personal career growth and leadership pathways.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Construction Quality Control/Quality assurance testing (Concrete, Soils, Asphalt).
• Fill placement and compaction monitoring.
• Fresh and hardened concrete monitoring and testing.
• Assisting in resolution of technical issues on construction sites.
• Other general field related duties.
• Regularly complete detailed field reports.
• Support team operations and play an integral part in the promotion of our health and safety culture, client relations, equipment and resources maintenance and management, and other related duties.

Qualifications

We are looking for an energetic team player who enjoys working with a team of engineering staff in providing superior service to our valued clients in Atlantic Canada. The successful candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• Effective communication skills (computer, written, oral).
• Ability to work under minimal supervision.
• Initiative and ability to multi‑task in a fast‑paced environment.
• Valid Driver’s license, access to their own personal vehicle and willingness to provide a driver’s abstract for review.
• Ability to travel as this position may require traveling throughout the province. Willingness to travel outside the province would be an asset.
• Ability to carry out moderate lifting.

Education and Experience

• Diploma in Civil Engineering technology or related field.
• Previous work experience in geotechnical investigations, materials testing and construction is not necessary but is considered an asset.
• CCIL certification for concrete, aggregates and/or asphalt would be considered an asset.

Field work may involve traversing difficult terrain and include exposure to the elements including inclement weather. Other work will be carried out in a typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.