Materials Testing Technician - Edmonton, Canada - YEMSOL LTD.

Description

About us
YEMSOL LTD. (YEMSOL) is a quickly evolving Municipal and Land Development Engineering Consulting Company based out of Edmonton, Alberta.

We offer an array of engineering consulting services from planning & design to monitoring and executing of projects including providing assistance as on site resident engineers and construction supervision.

YEMSOL also provides quality assurance/control testing services with our CCIL certified technicians and materials testing laboratory for our clients in and out of Alberta, including providing services via mobile testing units.

Our organization, dedicated to high standards of teamwork, diversity, inclusivity and excellence in quality. Our atmosphere supports and encourages earnest work, responsibility and team-driven solutions resulting in opportunity and reward. We value each one of our employees, and pride ourselves in ensuring our work environment is rewarding and satisfying.


YEMSOL has an immediate opportunity available for a highly skilled Materials Testing Technician for our projects this construction season.

• This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice._

In this role, your responsibilities are:

• Prepare and collect samples for on-site and laboratory testing
• Conduct on site and laboratory testing of various materials on construction sites such as soils and aggregates, concrete, and asphalt.
• Maintaining proper records of field testing and preparing daily test summary reports
• Communicating results effectively with onsite personnel and YEMSOL Supervisor
• Maintenance and care of materials testing equipment and vehicles.
• Actively Participate in YEMSOL's Health and Safety, Radiation Safety, And Laboratory Quality Management Programs.
• Ability to identify and report any nonconformance concerns to the management.

Minimum Qualification, Skills; Experience

• 35 years of construction materials testing experience (
  Asphalt in Particular) at intermediate to senior level.
• Familiarity and knowledge working with Nuclear Density Gauges and Radiation Safety.
• Valid class 5 drivers' licence with 3year clean drivers abstract.

Ability to travel based on project demands.

• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office, Data Software Programs).
• CSTS2020.
• Detail oriented, ability to present results with high level of accuracy.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal)Ability to lift 3550lbs.

Preferred Qualifications, Skills; Experience

• Construction / Civil Engineering Technology Diploma or equivalent.
• Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) Certificate.
• CCIL/CSA accreditation.
• Previous experience in Geotechnical Investigations is considered an asset.
• Locally based in Alberta.
• Only selected applicants will be contacted for an interview._

Job Type:
Seasonal


Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Overtime

pay


Application question(s):

• Experience in Asphalt Testing

Experience:

• Construction: 3 years (preferred)

Work Location:
On the road