Soils Laboratory Technician (2025050933)

Thurber Engineering; Pickering; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in geotechnical engineering is seeking a Soils Laboratory Technician to join their dynamic team in Pickering, Ontario. This role offers the opportunity to work on diverse projects, enhancing your skills through mentorship from experienced professionals. You will conduct essential lab tests, prepare soil samples, and communicate findings to engineers, all while contributing to impactful projects. The company fosters a collaborative and inclusive environment, ensuring that your contributions are valued and recognized. If you're passionate about engineering and eager to make a difference, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health and Dental Coverage

Healthcare Spending Account

RRSP Matching

Employee Assistance Program

Professional Development Support

Qualifications

• Completion of a related post-secondary program in Engineering Technology.
• Experience working in a lab environment is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Conduct lab testing for geotechnical projects to produce accurate results.
• Prepare and set up soil samples for testing and analysis.

Skills

Geotechnical Testing

Lab Testing

Data Analysis

Soil Sample Preparation

Communication Skills

Education

Post-Secondary Program in Engineering Technology

Geotechnical Testing Course

Tools

Lab Equipment

ASTM Standards

Job description

Please submit your application using the “Apply Now” link in any of the postings below that are of interest to you. Applications received in this manner will be reviewed directlyby the hiring team for the posting.

Due to the volume of applications we receive, only candidates who are selected for further screening will be contacted.

Overview

Thurber has an exciting opportunity for aSoils Laboratory Technicianto join our team inPickering, Ontario.

Thurber is a specialized consulting firm with a focus on geotechnical engineering. Our project work includes transportation, large and small infrastructure, natural hazards, development and more. We undertake challenging assignments that can include steep terrain, deep foundations, compressible soils, landslides, contamination, or other complications.

As our Soils Laboratory Technician, you will work on varied projects and develop your skills with guidance and mentorship from our senior team.

Responsibilities

• Conducting lab testing for various geotechnical projects to produce accurate lab results to be used for design and analysis by Thurber’s engineering team and by outside clients;
• Preparing and setting up soil samples for testing;
• Collecting, reducing, plotting lab results, and preparing lab test reports from test data;
• Conducting testing of soils for their index parameters, including but not limited to: Atterberg Limits; Hydrometers; Sieves; Moisture Contents; Visual Classifications; Sulphate; and, Resistivity tests;
• Conducting more advanced lab testing of soils for engineering properties, including but not limited to the following tests: Various Triaxial tests; Unconfined; Direct Shear; Consolidation; and, Permeability tests;
• Logging rock core to determine strength and other engineering properties;
• Performing testing to ASTM/CCIL/CSA, company, and industry standards;
• Maintaining and servicing lab equipment to ensure they operate at an optimal level;
• Arranging for calibration of lab equipment and instrumentation, maintain calibration records; and,
• Effectively communicating lab results and observations to project engineers both verbally and in written formats.

Qualifications and Assets

• Completion of a related post-secondary program in Engineering Technology;
• Completion of a Geotechnical Testing and Instrumentation course is an asset;
• Instrumentation test experience is an asset;
• Experience working in a lab environment is an asset; and,
• Valid Class GDriver’s license is required.

Accessibility Accommodations

Thurber is committed to providing accessible service for our clients, employees, job applicants, suppliers, and visitors who may enter our premises, access our information, or use our services. We endeavor to provide equal opportunities to persons with disabilities. If you, as a job applicant, require accommodation to assist with your application or during our interviewing process, if you are selected for further screening, please let us know by email to [e-mail] .

What we offer

Upon joining Thurber Engineering you’ll be welcomed into a casual, inclusive and professional office environment where open communication is valued at all levels. We’re eager to help our team reach their potential which is why many of our team members spend much of their career with us! Here are the benefits of working for us:

• Our flat organizational structure allows easy access to senior professionals, corporate leaders, and subject matter experts across the company for mentorship and feedback.
• Our culture is respectful, collaborative, inclusive, and fun.
• We offer financial support towards professional development.
• We provide health and dental coverage, a healthcare spending account, RRSP matching, and an Employee and Family assistance program with 24/7 support online or over the phone.

About Thurber

Thurber Engineering Ltd. provides environmental, geotechnical, and materials engineering and testing services. A Canadian-owned company since 1957, we are consistently recognized for the quality of our work, the knowledge of our people, and for conducting our business with integrity.

Our team continues to grow as we build our reputation by working closely with our clients to provide timely, high-value solutions and technical support. Thurber is wholly owned by our senior employees and operates from British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan and Ontario.

At Thurber, we know that our success can be attributed to the hard working, innovative group of people who come in every day ready and excited to take on new challenges and solve problems. We seek out team members who work hard, innovate, and operate with integrity. Our regional diversity gives us specialized knowledge of the various and complex geological and environmental conditions across Canada.

Our Vision:

Building Canada with great people and great ideas.

Our Mission:

Delivering specialist advice and services where projects meet the ground.

Our Values:

Passion and quality in what we do: working collaboratively, respectfully, sustainably, and safely.

• Put family first
• Pick up the phone
• Encourage creativity

Our Commitment:

We promise our clients, our people and our partners to:

• Serve our clients well.
• Meet changing client needs.
• Value our people and our communities.
• Build advantage by how we manage.

Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity to work for a remarkable organization that takes pride in its employees – apply today!