Geotechnical Field Technician

Your mission 

You will play an important role in a dynamic and passionate team, collaborating on a variety of projects of all sizes and scopes in the environment, renewable energies, hydroelectricity, transportation, materials, buildings and climate change markets. Boldness, innovation and collaboration are an integral part of our daily operations.  

Englobe - Who we are 

At Englobe, our rigor is matched by sincere care for our colleagues, our customers, our communities, and the environment. We are committed to making a real difference, one project at a time, and to having a positive, lasting impact. We approach our work with fresh perspectives, relying on collaboration and a diversity of voices. With an entrepreneurial spirit, we empower our customers and communities with boldness and optimism. We are determined to leave a lasting legacy for generations to come.   

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Your main responsibilities 

• Undertaking geotechnical and construction quality control field testing and inspections (i.e. compaction, concrete, rebar, etc.) at various construction projects;
• Undertaking logging of geotechnical drilling operations;
• Assisting senior staff with various tasks required for multi-disciplinary projects including collection, preparation and testing of samples;
• Setting up, performing tests and logging results in the field and laboratory;
• Preparing factual reports, summaries, data sheets or graphs for interpretation of test results by the supervisor;
• Consistently executing safe work practices and work plans while completing field, laboratory and office work;
• Generating and assisting with preparation of deliverable documentation such as technical reports, summaries, data sheets, graphs, proposals and qualification packages;
• Participating in project management, site and staff planning meetings;
• Handling difficult situations with tact and diplomacy to maintain positive working relationships with all internal and external contacts;
• Maintaining records of health and safety information, calibration certificates, equipment manuals and applicable standards;
• Traveling out of town for extended periods of time to remote areas to fulfill field work responsibilities as required.
• Apply and promote Englobe's health and safety rules.

What makes you unique

• Technical Diploma in a field related to Civil Engineering or Geotechnical Engineering;
• Experience in one or all of Soil and Aggregate, Asphalt and Laboratory experience;
• More than 5 years of experience in highway materials, construction materials sampling and testing and inspection;
• CSA, CCIL or ACI certification (asset);
• Ability to handle samples up to 25kg of materials regularly;
• Demonstrated interest and sensitivity towards occupational health and safety.