Junior Materials Field Technician

EXP; Kamloops; On-site; CAD 46,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm located in Kamloops is looking for a Materials Field Technician to work in both field and laboratory settings. The role involves conducting concrete tests, soil sampling, and interacting with clients on construction sites. Candidates should have strong interpersonal skills, a valid driver's license, and testing experience is preferred. This position offers a salary between $46,800 and $58,500, with a focus on innovation and community engagement.

Qualifications

• Must be comfortable in the field on construction project sites.
• Must have strong people skills and ability to work with a wide variety of staff and clients.
• Must be able to communicate (verbally/writing) in English.
• Ideally, concrete/soils/asphalt testing experience would be advantageous.
• Must have a valid Canadian driver's license.
• Must have own vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Conduct on-site concrete spot tests including casting cylinders and slump tests.
• Execute soil sampling and asphalt hot-mix sampling on site.
• Perform testing and analysis in the materials laboratory.

Skills

Construction site engagement

Strong people skills

General math skills

Verbal and written communication in English

Concrete/soils/asphalt testing experience

Education

AScT designation

Job description

Overview

Materials Field Technician

Kamloops, BC

At EXP, we’re driven to provide innovative solutions for the world’s built and natural environments. As a team of engineers, architects, designers, scientists, creators and a community of professionals, we bring diverse and talented people together to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Here, you join a team that leverages differences, harnesses their entrepreneurial spirit in an employee-owned company, that believes diversity is what gives us strength, seeks sustainable results and shares ambitions for each other, our clients and the communities we are part of and serve. To be a part of EXP means to have your own experience, while staying connected to a global network of professionals, who believe we are a part of something bigger. Together, we are EXP.

Are you ready to design your future?

Be our next Materials Field Technician!

Your work environment at EXP

Nestled in the heart of BC’s Interior, Kamloops offers the perfect balance of outdoor adventure and urban convenience. With over 2,000 hours of sunshine each year, an affordable cost of living compared to larger BC cities, and quick access to hiking, biking, skiing, and lakes, it’s an ideal place for those who enjoy an active lifestyle. Kamloops combines a friendly, community‑oriented atmosphere with growing industry and infrastructure, making it a great place to build both a career and a life.

What a day at EXP has in store for you

The successful candidate will spend their time both in the field on construction jobsites, and in the materials laboratory completing construction materials tests.

• Executing on-site concrete spot tests which includes: casting cylinders, slump test, air content tests and reporting
• Executing soil sampling, asphalt hot-mix sampling on site
• Some in-lab work, such as testing cylinders, wash-sieve analysis, Proctor test and etc
• The technicians will interact with the on-site clients (contractors) to provide excellent service and a quick response to their testing needs

What your experience looks like

• Must be comfortable in the field on construction project sites
• Must have strong people skills, and ability to work with wide variety of staff and clients
• Must be able to communicate (verbally/writing) in English
• Ideally concrete/soils/asphalt testing experience would be advantageous
• Strong general math skills
• AScT designation is an asset
• Must have a valid Canadian driver’s license
• Must have own vehicle (mileage allowance will be provided)

The salary range for this role is between $46,800 to $58,500. The actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and specific work location.

EEO and accommodations

EXP subscribes to the Workplace Equity Program. Applications from women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous peoples and persons with disabilities are encouraged. Persons with disabilities can obtain accommodation for the selection process by contacting us at the following email address: [e-mail].