Laboratory Technician: Flexible Materials Testing for Infrastructure

WSP; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 41,000 - 57,000; Full time

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Job summary

WSP is seeking a Laboratory Technician to join our Construction Services, Materials Engineering and Laboratory Group. You will perform precise materials testing, maintain lab records, and assist in certification activities to support safe, durable infrastructure.

Ideal candidates bring technical civil engineering education and strong MS Office skills, with a willingness to pursue CCIL Type C certification and learn calibration and proficiency-testing processes.

Qualifications

• High school or post-secondary technical education in civil engineering or related discipline.
• Experience in soils or construction materials lab is preferred but not required.
• Willingness to obtain Canadian Council of Independent Laboratories Type C certification.
• Accurate and efficient Microsoft Office skills (Excel/Word/Outlook).
• Ability to organize and coordinate multiple tests in a fast-paced lab environment.
• Commitment to safe laboratory and material-handling practices.

Responsibilities

• Deliver laboratory testing on soils, aggregates, concrete, and related materials.
• Produce accurate test records and enter results for final reports.
• Support certification activities and reporting of test results.
• Maintain calibrated equipment and organized work areas.
• Support QA/QC through proficiency testing and audits.
• Collaborate with Lab Lead to address non-conformances.

Skills

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook

Test coordination

Safety awareness

Data entry accuracy

Lab procedures

Education

Technical education in civil engineering

Job description

WSP is seeking a Laboratory Technician to join our Construction Services, Materials Engineering and Laboratory Group. You will perform precise materials testing, maintain lab records, and assist in certification activities to support safe, durable infrastructure.

Ideal candidates bring technical civil engineering education and strong MS Office skills, with a willingness to pursue CCIL Type C certification and learn calibration and proficiency-testing processes.