Senior Geotechnical Technologist

Tetra Tech; Yellowknife; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Hybrid culture

Overtime pay at 1.5x

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

Tetra Tech, based in Yellowknife, NT, is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Technologist to join the Arctic Engineering team. The role focuses on laboratory and field testing, documentation, and delivering high-quality geotechnical results in northern conditions.

The candidate will lead lab QA/QC, perform drilling projects, and collaborate with engineers and project teams while traveling as needed; relocation or local residency is required.

Qualifications

• Civil Engineering or Civil Technology diploma required.
• 10+ years of experience with increasing responsibility in materials labs.
• Experience in engineering consulting and materials testing is a plus.
• Valid Class 5 Driver's License and clean driving record preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to document sampling/testing accurately.

Responsibilities

• Maintain laboratory documentation including calibrations and shipping records for density gauges and lab equipment.
• Provide training and leadership for junior technologists.
• Review and approve field QC and lab testing reports.
• Perform field and lab testing of soil, aggregates, and asphalt concrete; sieve analyses, density testing, and moisture content analyses.

Skills

Lab testing

Field testing

Documentation

Communication

Team leadership

Travel

Education

Civil Engineering or Civil Technology diploma

Tools

Nuclear density gauges

Job description

Tetra Tech is adding a Senior Geotechnical Technologist to our Arctic Engineering team based in Yellowknife, NT . The successful candidate must be located in Yellowknife or willing to relocate.

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:

• Keeping laboratory documentation including calibrations and shipping records for nuclear density gauges and lab equipment up to date.
• Providing training and general leadership for junior technologist.
• Reviewing and approving field quality control and lab testing reports.
• Performing field and laboratory testing of soil, aggregates, and asphalt concrete including, soil and aggregate sieve analysis, density testing using nuclear density gauges.
• Preparation of Proctors and Marshall molds, asphalt cement content, sand equivalents, Atterberg limits and moisture content, including evaluation and reporting of properties and characteristics.
• Completing drilling projects throughout the NWT and Nunavut.
• 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 or Civil Technology diploma.
• 10 years or more of experience with increasing responsibility in materials labs.
• Some materials testing experience would be considered an asset.
• Previous experience working in engineering consulting would be considered an asset.
• Must possess a valid Class 5 Driver's License and must provide current drivers abstract when applying, preference will be given to candidates with a clean driving record.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to properly document sampling and testing information in an accurate and timely fashion.
• Excellent analytical, problem solving and listening skills.
• Good time management skills, the ability to work with minimal supervision and the ability to contribute to the Practice by being a team player.
• Must be willing to travel and work in a field setting away from headquarters.
• CSA approved Steel Toed Safety Boots required.
• Be physically capable of performing the manual labour duties required.

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.
• We have embraced a hybrid culture. We will provide you the tools to work almost anywhere.
• 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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