Materials Testing and Inspection Technician

Community Options, Inc.; Barrie; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Ontario is seeking a Materials Testing & Inspection Technician to join their team. This full-time role involves various field and laboratory testing responsibilities across multiple projects, requiring a college diploma in Civil Engineering and 1-2 years of related experience. The ideal candidate will be organized, adaptive, and possess strong problem-solving skills, contributing to critical geotechnical solutions. GEI offers competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for ongoing professional development in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Health care and wellness benefits

Hybrid work schedules and stipends

Continuing education and tuition reimbursement

Professional development and advancement opportunities

Paid holidays and generous time off

RRSP program

Performance bonuses

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience preferred.
• Team-oriented, autonomous, organized.
• Good physical condition.

Responsibilities

• Perform compaction testing using a portable nuclear gauge.
• Inspect earthworks subgrade, foundations, and reinforcing steel.
• Prepare field inspection reports.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Adaptability

Education

College diploma in Civil Engineering or equivalent

Job description

Description

Your Role at GEI.

GEI is seeking respected professionals who aspire to have a positive impact on GEI’s geotechnical design team and are interested in working collaboratively with a talented team of design, management, and technical leaders. GEI offers a unique opportunity to collaborate across multiple practices to deliver geotechnical design/engineering solutions for our clients.

The Canadian operation of GEI is expanding in Ontario, and we are looking for a Materials Testing & Inspection Technician to join our team, working on projects across Ontario. Positions are available in Barrie, Markham, or Guelph, Ontario, within our Materials Testing and Inspection Departments. This is a full-time role (40 hours/week).

Essential Responsibilities & Duties

• Perform compaction testing using a portable nuclear gauge for soils, granular materials, asphalt, etc.
• Sample soil, granulars, and asphalt for laboratory testing.
• Conduct concrete sampling, field testing, and casting of test cylinders.
• Inspect earthworks subgrade, foundations, and reinforcing steel.
• Perform geotechnical laboratory testing (e.g., water contents, hydrometers).
• Conduct materials laboratory testing (e.g., proctors, granular sieves, concrete).
• Maintain testing equipment and ensure calibration.
• Prepare field inspection reports.
• Communicate field results with contractors and supervisors.

Minimum Qualifications

• College diploma in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• 1-2 years of experience preferred.
• Team-oriented, autonomous, organized.
• Good physical condition.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle.
• Ability to work out of town when needed.
• Flexible with shifts and schedules, including weekends on short notice.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Adaptability to changing conditions and schedules.
• Ability to follow instructions from supervisors.

Physical and environmental requirements are available upon request.

About GEI

GEI addresses pressing issues like climate change, sustainable development, and critical infrastructure, working to create safer, resilient communities. We are experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs from diverse backgrounds, solving complex challenges.

With nearly 60 offices across North America, we offer engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our expertise and culture make us a top employer in the AEC industry.

In 2023, GEI merged with GM BluePlan, enhancing our asset management and infrastructure planning capabilities in Canada.

Employee Ownership and Culture

As a 100% employee-owned company, our employees influence business operations and share in our success. We promote career growth, competitive rewards, wellness, flexible work, and a culture driven by our 4 Cs: Client-Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community-Minded, emphasizing sustainability, safety, diversity, and inclusion. Learn more at GEI’s career site.

Rewards and Benefits

• Competitive pay, including performance bonuses
• Health care and wellness benefits
• Hybrid work schedules and stipends
• Continuing education and tuition reimbursement via GEI University
• Professional development and advancement opportunities
• Support for professional dues, licenses, publications
• Paid holidays and generous time off
• Recognition programs
• RRSP program
• Ownership and shareholder opportunities
• Cultural focus on partnership, sustainability, community, diversity, and inclusion

GEI is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, Indigenous status, or other factors. Accommodation requests during recruitment are welcome.