Lab Technician - Sault Ste. Marie, Canada - Tulloch

Description

Come Join Us

"We want to build an organization where everyone loves their job and their leaders care for them."

Over the last 30 years, TULLOCH has built a robust multi-disciplinary consulting engineering firm recognized Canada-wide for its strengths in the diverse service offerings and commitment to excellence. TULLOCH's innovative use of emerging technologies to improve both the efficiency and quality of work is core to everything TULLOCH. This approach, along with our extreme work ethic, makes us a service provider of choice for many clients.

Based in our Sault Ste. Marie location, the Lab Technician will report to the Laboratory Manager and will have a wide range of duties which ultimately focus on in-house laboratory testing services for soils, aggregate, asphalt, concrete and construction materials. Using up to date equipment and approved methods, we provide lab testing, field testing and sample collection services to meet our client's construction and geotechnical needs.

What You'll Do:

As part of the TULLOCH Engineering team, you will:

Carry out laboratory testing of soils, concrete and asphalt

Perform regular equipment calibrations

Monitor the placement of soil, granular materials and asphalt and carry out compaction testing using a density gauge

Perform in lab testing according to specifications for soil, granular, asphalt and concrete

Perform concrete slump, air test and cast test cylinders in the field

Properly identify/classify soil types from samples

Prepare daily, field and laboratory test reports and other client deliverables

Liaise with laboratory manager, supervisors, and contractor personnel

Please note that this job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive statement of every duty and responsibility that will ever be required of an employee in the job.

Who You Are:

You are excited to join a team that enjoys working together

You are physically fit and willing to work outside in all weather conditions

You are willing to travel

You understand civil engineering and construction principles

You are able to interpret testing procedures, construction drawings and specifications

You make decisions and exercise independent judgment within defined parameters and in alignment with business objectives

You can pivot and alter approach or recommendations to accomplish desired results

You are not afraid to raise your hand when you need help or guidance

You are trusted and provided freedom to work independently but also contribute to the overall team success

What You Should Bring:

Minimum 2 years of relevant work experience in a materials testing laboratory or a laboratory setting is considered an asset

CCIL certification for concrete, soils and/or asphalt testing is considered an asset

Experience with laboratory testing procedures

Efficient and accurate computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite

Data entry, data interpretation and report generating skills

Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills

Ability to write accurate, detailed field reports and make recommendations

High motivation with results-oriented focus

Superior organizational and multi-tasking skills

Unwavering commitment to health and safety in the workplace

Valid, Class G driver's licence

What We Offer You:

TULLOCH has built a passionate workforce with a strong and vibrant culture which has been the key to our success. We offer programs and rewards that one would expect from a highly successful, established, and growing Engineering company:

Competitive salary, benefits plan, and company pension plan

A fantastic culture, team, and energetic work environment

Social activities, company sponsored events, and opportunities to give back to our local community

Coaching and mentoring programs

Scholarship programs for family members

Opportunities to travel and work across Canada

TULLOCH is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to acquiring a skilled and diverse workforce. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, origins, ages, orientations, genders, creeds, and religions. TULLOCH accommodates people with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process. TULLOCH is an excellent place to work and we look forward to meeting with you If contacted regarding this competition, please advise the interview coordinator of any accommodation measures you may require.