Project Technician

Tetra Tech; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits on day one

Overtime paid at 1.5x

Flexibility and work/life balance

Collaborative team atmosphere

Learning and professional growth

Job summary

Tetra Tech in Saskatoon, SK is seeking a Project Technician for our Saskatchewan Transportation team. The role is field-based with scheduled shiftwork and significant travel.

You will perform field and laboratory testing on soil, aggregate, concrete, and asphalt, supporting QA/QC on projects and reporting results. The ideal candidate will have a Civil Engineering Technology diploma (asset) and experience in materials testing, with a valid driver's license and willingness to travel.

Qualifications

• Civil Engineering Technology diploma or equivalent would be an asset.
• Certification as CET or P. Tech would be an asset.
• Experience in materials testing of concrete, asphalt concrete, soils, and aggregates.
• Commitment to work away from headquarters and ability to travel.
• Must possess a valid driver license.

Responsibilities

• Perform field and laboratory testing of soil, aggregate, concrete and asphalt.
• Travel regularly for field work away from headquarters.
• Sieve analyses and density testing with nuclear gauges.
• Prepare Proctors and Marshall molds, asphalt content tests.
• Provide QA/QC on lab and field testing projects.
• Prepare field and testing reports.
• Support GNSS RTK surveying for field culvert/road projects.
• Follow internal procedures and safety standards.
• Pursue ongoing professional development.
• Perform additional duties as required.

Skills

Field testing

Laboratory testing

Sieve analysis

Density testing

Willingness to travel

Driver's license

Education

Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology

CET / P. Tech certification (asset)

Tools

Nuclear density gauges

Proctors & Marshall molds

Sieve analysis equipment

GNSS RTK surveying

Job description

Tetra Tech is adding a Project Technician to our Saskatchewan Transportation team based in Saskatoon, SK . The position will be field based, working scheduled shiftwork.

Why Tetra Tech:

At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science™ to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 500 million lives around the world.

Your Impact:

Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

Your Role:

• Performing field and laboratory testing of soil, aggregate, concrete and asphalt concrete. This position has a significant field component. It will require extended travel away from the office on a regular basis.
• Sieve analysis and density testing using nuclear density gauges.
• Air entrapment and slump measurement on wet concrete samples, preparing concrete cylinders for strength testing.
• Preparation of Proctors and Marshall molds, asphalt cement content, sand equivalents, Atterberg limits and moisture content (testing is undertaken in accordance with Saskatchewan Ministry of Highways procedures, CSA and ASTM standards).
• Providing quality control and quality assurance on a variety of laboratory and field-testing projects.
• Preparing of field and testing reports.
• Undertaking preliminary design and construction surveying for field culvert and road construction supervision with an emphasis on GNSS RTK surveying.
• Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards.
• Pursue continuous professional development and maintain a high degree of discipline knowledge and awareness.
• Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns.
• Additional duties as required.

Qualifications:

• Civil Engineering Technology diploma or equivalent would be an asset.
• Certification as a CET or P. Tech. would be an asset.
• Experience in materials testing of concrete, asphalt concrete, soils, and aggregates.
• Commitment to work away from headquarters and ability to travel.
• Must possess a valid driver license, with a favorable driver’s abstract.

The perks of working at Tetra Tech include (if applicable):

• Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits, available on day one of employment.
• Overtime is calculated at 1.5 times.
• Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
• Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth. Mentorship with world leading experts in your field.

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