Senior Laboratory Technician

Stantec; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Dartmouth, NS is seeking a Senior Laboratory Technician to join the Geotechnical and Materials Engineering Team. The role involves performing advanced laboratory testing services and supporting maintenance of laboratory equipment, while mentoring other staff. Ideal candidates possess a technical degree and have a strong focus on health and safety. This position is full-time with various benefits including health care and professional development programs.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision plans

Wellness program

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Experience with soil, concrete, and asphalt testing procedures.
• Current registration with TechNova or Engineers Nova Scotia.
• Willingness to mentor, coach and train technical staff.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory testing of soils, rock, aggregate, concrete and asphalt.
• Support maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment.
• Mentor and train technical staff as required.

Skills

Laboratory testing procedures

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Health and Safety focus

Ability to multi-task

Education

Technical degree/diploma/certificate

Job description

Description

Build the foundation for a lasting and successful career in geotechnical engineering by starting with a good team. From field exploration and laboratory testing to the design and construction management of complex geotechnical structures, our team does work that’s rock solid. We perform geotechnical studies to solve pressing infrastructure and construction rehabilitation issues. Sometimes, we break new ground with our ideas. Other times, we’re bringing stability to a project. We push the boundaries as leaders and experts in our field and encourage our fellow team members to do the same. Join our team today!

Your Opportunity

Stantec's Geotechnical and Materials Engineering Team is looking for a Senior Laboratory Technician to join our team in Dartmouth, NS. Under the direction of the Laboratory Supervisor, you will work closely with an experienced team of engineers and technicians to become part of our dynamic team, primarily performing advanced laboratory testing services. Our team provides conventional and advanced field and laboratory testing services for soil, rock, aggregate, concrete and asphalt.

Your Key Responsibilities

In this role you will have the opportunity to work with engineers and other technicians performing laboratory work including the following:

• Perform laboratory testing of soils, rock, aggregate, concrete and asphalt.
• Perform advanced laboratory testing on soils and concrete.
• Communication with project managers regarding scope of services and schedule.
• Support maintenance, calibration, purchase, and certification of equipment.
• Maintain laboratory certifications for CCIL and CMEC.
• Mentoring, coaching and training of technical staff as required.
• Perform quality control reviews of laboratory testing and reporting.
• Promote safe work practices for laboratory activities.
• Other general office related duties.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

As the successful candidate, you will possess the following qualifications:

• Current registration with TechNova or Engineers Nova Scotia and hold designation as C.Tech., C.E.T., P.Tech.(Eng.)
• Have experience with laboratory soil, concrete, and asphalt testing procedures.
• CCIL Certification for soils, concrete, and asphalt would be an asset.
• Have knowledge of soil, concrete and asphalt sampling techniques and construction methodology.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational abilities.
• Willingness to be a team player with a strong ability to work independently.
• Demonstrate initiative and ability to multi-task in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong focus on Health and Safety.

Education and Experience

Technical degree / diploma / certificate or equivalent in related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Minimum of 5-8 years of experience.

Moderate lifting and traversing uneven ground will be required.

About Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future‑proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.

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Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part‑time roles will be pro‑rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary: Regular full‑time and part‑time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health care spending account, wellness spending account, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group tax‑free savings account, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short‑term / long‑term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid time off.

Temporary / casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax‑free savings account.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Primary Location: Canada | NS | Dartmouth

Organization: BC-1216 EnvSvcs-CA GeoTech East

Employee Status: Regular

Travel: No

Schedule: Full time

Job Posting: 03 / 11 / 2025 09 : 11 : 20

Req ID: 1002876