Intermediate Materials Testing Technician

The Opportunity:

What’s better than living in a city that offers great recreation, amenities, and affordable housing? What about the ability to grow your career in a community that is the right fit for you? McElhanney has a new opportunity for a Materials Testing Technician to join our growing team in one of our many local offices across Western Canada.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on both field and laboratory testing projects, and potentially assist other divisions including Resource, Rural / Urban Transportation, and Municipal. This position will work closely with our Civil Engineering teams to deliver construction quality control and quality assurance services.

McElhanney’s in-house materials testing laboratories deliver prompt, locally focused materials testing services throughout AB and BC. Complementing our local laboratories, our fleet of mobile laboratories enables our qualified technicians to provide responsive on-site services, even in remote areas. We offer our services for the following project needs: construction aggregate testing, soil and concrete testing, and asphalt testing.

This role is designated as a safety sensitive position, and completion of a pre-employment drug & alcohol and fitness for work testing is required.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Working as part of a multi-discipline team of highly skilled engineers, technicians, surveyors, and drafters to provide excellent service to our clients
• Conducting laboratory soil testing including wash sieve analysis, modified and standard proctors
• Conducting laboratory concrete testing including compressive strength of concrete cylinders
• Conducting laboratory asphalt testing, marshall properties
• Conducting field testing of concrete (slump, air content, cast cylinders).
• Conducting field compaction testing using a nuclear densometer
• Timely preparation of reports
• Other duties as required

What You’ll Bring:

• 1-3 years of prior experience with earthworks/concrete construction and an interest in construction technology
• Construction inspection and / or survey experience is an asset
• A diploma in Civil Engineering Technology is an asset, but not required  
• Canadian Council of Independent Laboratories (CCIL)/American Concrete Institution (ACI) certification or the ability to obtain certification
• Knowledge of Canadian Standards Association (CSA) and American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) testing methods would be considered an asset
• Physical ability to lift heavy equipment, willing to work in various environmental conditions with varied terrain, able to work in wildlife populated areas and willing to work in remote areas when needed
• Good attitude and willingness to work cooperatively as a team player
• Strong communication skills and leadership capabilities.
• Ability to travel to remote sites and work away from home for extended periods of time.

What Can We Offer You?

• Flexible work hours to accommodate your lifestyle
• Great benefits, including extended health & dental coverage, healthcare spending account, & RRSP matching
• Maternity leave / Parental leave top-up
• Competitive salary and participation in our generous Performance Bonus Plan
• Financial assistance with relocation if applicable
• Opportunity to become a shareholder in an employee-owned firm
• A workplace culture that is characterized by respect and inclusion for all
• Continuous support for your professional development and growth
• Employee and Family assistance program, which offers 24/7 support for all employees and their families either online or over the phone
• Participation in our numerous programs that support our Four Cornerstones: people & communities, clients & partners, processes & technology, and financial
• Opportunity to join an employee-owned firm that is recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers

Pay Range: $28- $42 per hour. McElhanney offers fair compensation that is commensurate with the individual’s education, experience, skills, and professional qualifications. The posted base salary/wage range is representative of the required level of qualifications and experience for the position as noted in the job posting. The salary offered will be based on the experience and qualifications of the successful candidate.   

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

If this is the opportunity for you, apply now or visit www.mcelhanney.com/careers to learn more. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

 

To learn more about our recognition as Canada's Top 100 Employers (2024), visit Top Employer: McElhanney Ltd. (canadastop100.com).

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