Intermediate/Senior Geotechnical Field Technician - SW Ontario

BluMetric Environmental Inc.; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

DS Consultants Ltd., a BluMetric company, invites applications for an Intermediate or Senior Geotechnical Field Technician to join our Cambridge team. This role offers a path to advance your career in civil engineering with exposure to field, office, and laboratory work.

You will conduct site inspections, perform soil, asphalt, and concrete testing, collect data, and assist in report preparation while ensuring safety and quality on project sites across Ontario.

Qualifications

• Three (3) plus years related experience in geotechnical engineering field inspections
• Familiar with MTO, ASTM, and OPSS test procedures and requirements
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and general computer usage
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and travel as required
• Valid Ontario Driver's Licence and access to a reliable vehicle

Responsibilities

• Provide technical services in field, office, and laboratory environments
• Site inspections and material testing (soil, asphalt, concrete) using a nuclear gauge
• Data collection and report preparation
• Work on projects of varying complexity
• Soil/rock identification and support for junior staff
• Ensure health and safety practices at all times

Skills

Geotechnical field work

Laboratory testing

Data collection

Report writing

MS Office

Education

Civil Engineering Diploma

Civil Engineering Degree

Tools

Geotechnical software

Job description

The Opportunity:

DS Consultants Ltd. is currently seeking Intermediate or Senior Geotechnical Field Technician to join our team in the Cambridge office. This is an exciting opportunity for candidates looking to further develop their career in civil engineering. DS offers competitive salaries along with a complete benefits package and a variety of Training and Development Programs to help you develop the skills you need to succeed in your chosen career path. This is an existing vacancy within the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide technical services in a field, office, and laboratory environment
• Duties can include but not limited to site inspections, material testing (soil, asphalt, concrete) using a nuclear gauge, material sampling, data collection and general geotechnical work supervision
• Providing technical assistance in materials related projects and tasks, including carrying out field and laboratory testing of various materials on construction sites, in-situ density testing and testing of concrete and asphalt materials
• Working on all assignments on projects of low to high complexity
• Soil/rock identification and assist junior staff to prepare field reports
• Completing analysis of information and report preparation
• Ensuring workplace health and safety practices are followed at all times

Key Qualifications, Skills & Education:

• Civil/Geotechnical Engineering Technologist Diploma or Civil Engineering Degree
• Certified Engineering Technician/Technologist (C.Tech/C.E.T.), Applied Science Technologist (A.Sc.T.), Professional Engineer (P.Eng) or eligible for Engineer –in- Training (E.I.T.) status – preferred

• Three (3) plus years related experience in geotechnical engineering field inspections
• Proficiency with common geotechnical and other software; Familiar with Ministry of Transportation of Ontario (MTO), American Society of Testing Materials (ASTM) and Ontario Provincial Standards and Specifications (OPSS) test procedure and requirements, and local municipal standards and specifications
• Good understanding of geotechnical principles
• Strong knowledge of geotechnical concepts, materials and asphalt
• Must be mobile and willing to work on a combination of field and office work, as travel will be required
• Strong workplace health and safety practices
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and general computer usage
• Ability able to carry out assignments with minimal supervision
• Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs as required
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, strong report writing skills and verbal communication in English are essential
• You demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and have the ability to communicate effectively and to proactively respond to time-sensitive issues
• An Ontario Driver's License and access to a reliable vehicle

About DS Consultants Ltd:

DS Consultants Ltd. (DS), a BluMetric company, is a consulting engineering firm specializing in geotechnical, environmental, hydrogeology, building science and materials inspection and testing services. Headquartered in Vaughan, Ontario, with branch offices in Barrie, Hamilton, Cambridge, and a Testing Laboratory in Vaughan, DS is supported by a team of over 140 highly qualified engineers, hydrogeologists, environmental scientists, technologists, and administrative professionals. DS is committed to delivering practical, high-quality solutions while fostering a collaborative and people-focused work environment.

DS is committed to providing accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Accommodations due to a disability are available upon request. DS is an equalopportunityemployer. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.