Intermediate Field Technician [GEMTEC Consulting Engineers & Scientists Limited]

CareerBeacon; Halifax; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for an Intermediate Field Technician to join their team in Halifax. This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where you'll be responsible for collecting and testing materials in the field and lab. You'll be recognized as a key representative of the company, ensuring high standards of quality and reliability in your work. With a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, this position is ideal for someone eager to grow their career in civil technology and contribute to impactful projects across Atlantic Canada.

Benefits

Comprehensive health & dental coverage

Retirement plan with 5% employer match

Paid time off

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Year-end profit-sharing bonus

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience as a Field Technician.
• Ability to document observations effectively.

Responsibilities

• Testing aggregates, soil, and concrete in the lab.
• Collecting samples on-site for testing.
• Managing drill rig operations.

Skills

Field Data Collection

Materials Testing

Communication Skills

Adaptability

Education

College Diploma in Civil Technology

Tools

Drill Rig Operations

Job description

Intermediate Field Technician [GEMTEC Consulting Engineers & Scientists Limited]

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Position Overview

Are you an experienced Field Technician looking to progress your career? We are seeking Intermediate Level Field Technicians to join GEMTEC, where you'll be trusted in the field, encouraged to ask questions, and recognized as the face of our company on site.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Initiative to find the next task without being told
• Ownership mentality that treats each project as if it's building your own home
• Reliability to collect precise field data that engineers can trust for million-dollar decisions
• Adaptability to represent GEMTEC professionally with clients, developers, or contractors
• 3-5 Years experience as a Field Technician

Typical Daily Responsibilities

• Testing aggregates, soil, and concrete in our lab
• Collecting and testing samples of soils, concrete, and asphalt on-site
• Ensuring proper compaction of subgrade soils, aggregates, and asphalt
• Inspecting subgrades and foundations for correctness
• Managing drill rig operations
• Switching between office, lab, and field tasks related to materials testing
• Performing other related duties as needed

Benefits

• Competitive salary plus year-end profit-sharing bonus
• Comprehensive health & dental coverage including vision and paramedical services
• Retirement plan with a 5% employer match
• Paid time off and Employee & Family Assistance Program

Qualifications

• College Diploma in civil technology or related field (enrolled or recent graduate)
• Experience with materials testing and inspection preferred
• Civil construction background is valuable
• Valid driver’s license and own vehicle required
• Ability to document observations and communicate project details effectively

About GEMTEC

GEMTEC is growing across Ontario and Atlantic Canada. We invest in developing your talents because your success contributes to our project successes. Join us to expand your expertise across multiple disciplines and tackle diverse challenges.

Opportunities

We have full-time openings for intermediate (5+ years) Field Technicians in Halifax, NS, and Petawawa, ON. We encourage you to connect with us on LinkedIn for future opportunities and inform us if you require accommodations during the interview process.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Engineering and Information Technology
• Industries: Human Resources Services