Materials Testing - Markham, Canada - GEI Consultants Inc

GEI Consultants Inc

Verified Company

Markham, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Hello. We are GEI.

Some of the world s most pressing problems - from climate change to sustainable development, to critical infrastructure and the future of our energy supply - need our brightest and diverse minds working together to create safer, more resilient communities for tomorrow.

We are technical experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who draw from diverse backgrounds to solve our clients most complex challenges.

With more than 40 offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry.

Employee-owned. Employee-focused.

As a 100% employee-owned company, our employees support our flat leadership structure, have a say in how our business operates and benefit from our financial success.

We are committed to employee growth with career development opportunities, competitive total rewards, a well-being program, flexible work arrangements and more.

Our company culture is driven by our 4 Cs - we are Client-Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community Minded - which support our focus on sustainability, safety, diversity, equity and inclusion.

Get to know us better by visiting GEI s career site here.

Your role at GEI.

To augment our exciting and continued growth, we are looking for the next up and coming stars in the geotechnical, hydrogeological, environmental and materials testing & inspections fields to contribute to bringing this value-based service to our clients.

Our projects vary in size, type, scope and complexity and include both private and public clients, and include testing and inspection for linear infrastructure, pavements, retaining walls, commercial and residential developments, and many more.

GEI is seeking respected professionals who aspire to have a positive impact on
GEI s geotechnical design team and are interested in working collaboratively with a talented team of design, management, and technical leaders.
GEI will provide a unique opportunity to collaborate across multiple practices to successfully deliver geotechnical design/engineering solutions for our clients.

The Canadian operation of GEI is expanding in the Ontario market and GEI is looking for a Materials Testing & Inspection Technician to join our existing team, working on projects across Ontario.

This position is based in GEI s Geotechnical and Earth Sciences office in Barrie, Ontario.

Primary Responsibilities:

Compaction testing using a nuclear densometer for engineered fill, bedding, backfill, granular base and subbase, asphalt, etc.
Sampling of soil, granulars and asphalt for laboratory testing.
Onsite concrete testing or sampling.
Subgrade, foundation, and reinforcing steel inspections.
Geotechnical laboratory testing (i.e. water contents, hydrometers, etc.).
Materials laboratory testing (i.e. proctors, granular sieves, concrete, etc.).
General CAD design.
Maintain testing equipment in a good condition and maintain calibration.
Prepare field inspection reports.
Communicate field results with contractors and supervisor.

Qualifications

College diploma in Civil Engineering required.
Minimum 1 to 2 years of experience preferred.
Interested in teamwork, autonomous, and organized.
Good physical condition.
Valid driver s license and have access to a vehicle which may be used to travel to and from site.
Ability to work out of town when needed.
Available to work on different shifts and schedules.
Available to work on weekends on short notice.
Attention to detail and problem solving.
Ability to adapt to changing work conditions and schedules on short notice.

Benefits

Hybrid Working Arrangement
Market-Competitive Compensation
Comprehensive Benefits Program including Health Care and Wellness Spending Accounts
Continuing Education Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off
Rewards and Recognition
Share Ownership available
RRSP Program and more

GEI is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, Aboriginal/Indigenous status or any other factors considered discriminatory.

If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, we will work with you to meet your needs.