Materials Testing and Inspection Technician

GEI Consultants, Inc; Guelph; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Materials Testing and Inspection Technician to join their expanding geotechnical design team in Ontario. This role offers the chance to work collaboratively on diverse projects, ensuring quality and safety in materials testing and inspection. With a commitment to employee growth and a vibrant culture, this opportunity not only allows you to contribute to critical infrastructure solutions but also provides a supportive environment focused on professional development and sustainability. Join a team that values your input and offers competitive rewards while making a positive impact on communities across Ontario.

Benefits

Market-Competitive Compensation

Annual Performance Bonus

Comprehensive Benefits Program

Hybrid Work Schedules

Cell Phone Stipends

Continuing Education Assistance

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Holidays

Generous Paid Time Off

Opportunity to be an Owner and Shareholder

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in materials testing and inspection preferred.
• College diploma in Civil Engineering or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct compaction testing and sampling of materials for lab testing.
• Perform field inspections and maintain testing equipment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Teamwork

Physical fitness

Adaptability

Education

College diploma in Civil Engineering

Tools

Portable nuclear gauge

Laboratory testing equipment

Job description

Materials Testing and Inspection Technician

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 will provide a unique opportunity to collaborate across multiple practices to successfully deliver geotechnical design/engineering solutions for our clients.

The Canadian operation of GEI is expanding in the Ontario market and GEI is looking for a Materials Testing & Inspection Technician to join our existing team, working on projects across Ontario. Positions are available in GEI’s Materials Testing and Inspection Departments located in Barrie, Markham or Guelph, Ontario, and includes regular full-time work (40 hours per week).

Responsibilities

• Compaction testing using a portable nuclear gauge for soils, granular materials, asphalt, etc.
• Sampling of soil, granulars and asphalt for laboratory testing.
• Concrete sampling, field testing and casting of test cylinders.
• Earthworks subgrade, foundation, and reinforcing steel inspections.
• Geotechnical laboratory testing (i.e. water contents, hydrometers, etc.).
• Materials laboratory testing (i.e. proctors, granular sieves, concrete, etc.).
• Maintain testing equipment in a good condition and maintain calibration.
• Prepare field inspection reports.
• Communicate field results with contractors and supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications

• College diploma in Civil Engineering (or equivalent) required.
• Minimum 1 to 2 years of experience preferred.
• Interested in teamwork, autonomous, and organized.
• Good physical condition.
• Valid driver’s license and have access to a vehicle which may be used to travel to and from site.
• Ability to work out of town when needed.
• Available to work on different shifts and schedules.
• Available to work on weekends on short notice.
• Attention to detail and problem solving.
• Ability to adapt to changing work conditions and schedules on short notice.
• Ability to listen, learn, and apply as instructed by immediate supervisor.

About GEI

Some of the world’s most pressing problems – from climate change to sustainable development, to critical infrastructure and the future of our energy supply – need our brightest and diverse minds working together to create safer, more resilient communities for tomorrow.

We are technical experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who draw from diverse backgrounds to solve our clients’ most complex challenges.

With nearly 60 offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry.

In 2023, GEI merged with GM BluePlan, an Ontario-based engineering, management, and technology consulting company. The merger adds GM BluePlan’s nationally recognized expertise in asset management and infrastructure planning to the GEI family, furthering our growth and expansion in Canada.

Employee-owned. Employee-focused.

As a 100% employee-owned company, our employees support our flat leadership structure, have a say in how our business operates and benefit from our financial success. We are committed to employee growth with career development opportunities, competitive total rewards, a well-being program, flexible work arrangements and more. Our company culture is driven by our 4 Cs – we are Client-Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community Minded – which support our focus on sustainability, safety, diversity, equity and inclusion.

GEI’s Total Rewards Package

• Market-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus
• Comprehensive Benefits Program including Health Care and Wellness Spending Accounts
• Hybrid Work Schedules and Cell Phone Stipends
• GEI University (GEIU) with Continuing Education Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
• Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
• Support and Financial Rewards for Publication Awards, Professional Dues, and Professional Licenses
• Paid Holidays and Generous Paid Time Off Program
• Rewards and Recognition
• RRSP Program
• Opportunity to be an Owner and Shareholder
• A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion