Construction Materials Testing Technician - Tecumseh, Canada - WSP

WSP

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Tecumseh, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

The Opportunity:

We are looking for a
Construction Materials Testing Technician be a part of Major Infrastructure projects and testing material used in construction.

This role would give you the chance to be art of a fantastic team and contribute to the success of projects.

This role is your first step to becoming CCIL Certified for concrete, aggregates, and hot mix asphalt.

Why WSP?

We value and are committed to upholding a culture of
Inclusion and
Belonging:
Our
Flexible Work Policy
we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.
A
Canadian success story we're
proud to wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer.

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Enhance the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
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Outstanding career opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open to
your ideas and trying
new things.

A phenomenal
collaborative culture and a workforce filled with genuinely
good people who are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey.

We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.
**#WeAreWSP

A day in the life:

Laboratory Testing of soils, aggregates, concrete and Asphalt in strict accordance with the applicable Canadian Standard Association (CSA), Canadian Council of Independent Laboratory (CCIL) and American Standard Testing Materials (ASTM) standards and MTO LS Manual Standards.
Become CCIL Certified for concrete, aggregates, and hot mix asphalt.
Quality Control (QC) and Quality Assurance (QA) testing of soils, aggregates and asphalt on a wide variety of construction projects (commercial, industrial, and institutional infrastructure projects).
Input of any testing results, with accuracy and documentation.
Current lab testing, and calibrations for all equipment being used.
Ensure health and safety policies are followed in all areas of the lab and take WSP's Life Saving rules to heart.

What you'll bring to WSP...

Minimum of 1 year experience with materials testing and inspection, or equivalent academic background.
Diploma or Degree in Civil Technology or Engineering.
Familiar with civil construction practices and relevant testing standards.
Proficient with Microsoft Office suite, including Word and Excel.
Familiar with Quality Management Systems.
Experience in writing technical reports, business development and client relations an asset.
Able to work independently in construction and laboratory settings and liaise with local office manager, supervisors, and contractor personnel.
Valid driver's license with acceptable driving experience.
Travel out of town and willing to work overtime, including nightshifts and weekends.