Materials Technician - Edmonton, Canada - Helix Geotechnical Consulting Ltd.

Description

Helix Geotechnical is dedicated to serving clients with professional engineering consulting services, specializing in geotechnical and material testing. We have built a strong reputation for delivering quality services, resourcefulness, and ingenuity in overcoming project challenges.

At Helix Geotechnical, we are committed to maintaining project schedules and budgets without compromising professional engineering standards.

We achieve this through our approach of "value engineering with practical solutions." We have successfully completed projects in various sectors, including municipal, provincial, residential, commercial, and industrial across Alberta.

The Materials Technician role will entail

• Conduct quality inspections on construction materials such as soils, aggregates, concrete, and asphalt.
• Monitor the proper placement of various construction materials and assess the quality of workmanship.
• Report any identified nonconformance concerns to the management team.
• Prepare and collect samples for laboratory testing.
• Perform tests in the field or laboratory on construction materials to evaluate their quality.
• Ensure the proper maintenance and care of materials testing equipment and vehicles.
• Foster and maintain positive client relations through effective communication and collaboration.
• Actively engage in and support Helix's Quality Management System.

Job Requirements

• Enrollment in a Civil, Mining or Mechanical Engineering program with 12 years of academic experience.
• Possession of CSTS 2020 and WHMIS 2015 certifications.
• Up to 1 year of construction experience is preferred.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driver abstract.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to follow instructions accurately.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Capability to lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Enthusiasm for outdoor work.

Job Types:
Full-time, Internship

Contract length: 4-8 months


Salary:
$20.00-$25.00 per hour


Expected hours:
No less than 35 per week


Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Onsite parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Supplemental pay types:

• Overtime pay

Work Location:
In person