Junior Materials Technician - Prince George

WSP; Prince George; On-site; CAD 52,500 - 76,200; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking a Junior Materials Technician in Prince George, BC. In this role, you'll blend field assignments with laboratory work, supporting major infrastructure initiatives across northern BC and the Yukon.

Your responsibilities include leading material testing, collaborating with technical experts, and contributing to planning and executing field programs. A relevant Civil Engineering Technology diploma is required, along with strong communication skills and a valid Canadian Driver's License.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience as a materials field and laboratory technologist or student intern.
• Value added assets: CTech or AScT certification eligibility.
• Valid Canadian Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Apply health, safety, and environmental policies on site.
• Support project teams delivering complex work.
• Perform material testing in the field and laboratory.

Skills

Materials testing expertise

Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work in adverse weather conditions

Team collaboration

Education

College diploma or degree in Civil Engineering Technology

Job description

Junior Materials Technician - Prince George

Prince George, BC, Canada

Job Description

Build the Future with Us

Join our Ground Engineering and Materials Team in Prince George, BC as a highly motivated Junior Materials Technician. Your work will blend field assignments with laboratory work in our Prince George facility. You’ll collaborate with technical experts, support major infrastructure initiatives, and contribute directly to our regional and northern project portfolio.

Your Impact

You will:

• Champion a strong health, safety, and environmental culture by applying site specific HSE policies and procedures;
• Support interdisciplinary project teams delivering complex work that helps push your skills to the next level;
• Lead and perform material testing field assignments, including soil and concrete testing works locally in Prince George and regionally throughout BC and the Yukon;
• Conduct laboratory testing in our CCIL certified laboratory in accordance with applicable standards;
• Collaborate with our wider team of technicians and engineers to provide technical services related to geotechnical engineering;
• Contribute to planning and executing field programs, including mobilization to regional and northern project sites;
• Participate in a team environment and be a strong communicator.

The Skills That Set You Apart

You bring:

• A college diploma or degree in Civil Engineering Technology;
• Relevant experience as a materials field and laboratory technologist or student intern, or a related position;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel;
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English with high attention to detail;
• Ability to work long, physically demanding hours and adverse weather conditions;
• Confidence with remote work and assignment to projects in the northern environment;
• Ability to work well with senior direction, under pressure, meet deadlines and cooperate with a team in various environments;
• Value added assets: Either possess or be eligible for CTech (Certified Technician) or AScT (Applied Science Technologist) certification, and CCIL concrete (Cat 0) and CCIL aggregates (Type C and D) testing certification.
• Valid Canadian Driver’s License.

Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $57,500 - 76,200
MB & ON: $52,500 - 72,300
NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $52,000 - 69,000

Disclosure: The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

Ready to Shape the Future?

Bring your curiosity, drive, and field-ready mindset to projects that matter across northern BC and the Yukon—apply today.

Legal Information

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