Materials Lab Technician - Winnipeg, Canada - Manitoba Government

Manitoba Government

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Winnipeg, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Materials Lab Technician:

EA3 Engineering Aid 3

Regular/full-time; Departmental

Department of Transportation and Infrastructure

Highway Engineering Services/Construction Support, Engineering and Technical Services

Winnipeg MB

Advertisement Number: 40281

Salary(s): EA3 $49, $59,291.00 per year

Closing Date:
January 30, 2023

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation.

The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).

Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to women, Indigenous people and persons with disabilities.

An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.

Manitoba Transportation and Infrastructure (MTI) is seeking a highly motivated individual to work within our Construction Support Services Branch. If you are looking for a rewarding and exciting career, this is a great opportunity to join our team.

The Manitoba government has a comprehensive compensation and benefits package which includes extended health, health spending, dental, vision, long term disability, supportive employment, sick leave, paid vacation, maternity/paternity leave, family related leave and a defined pension plan.

The Manitoba government also provides ongoing professional and educational development for its employees.

Conditions of Employment:

Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
Must have a valid Class 5 Drivers License Manitoba Driver's License.
Must be able to travel throughout the province by air and ground transportation, including overnight stays as required.
Must be physically capable of performing the duties of the position including sitting, standing, twisting, bending, carrying and lifting up to 25 Kilograms.
Must be able to work in an outdoor environment in all weather conditions when required.

Qualifications:

Essential:

Civil Engineering Technology Diploma or completion of the Department's Level 2 training program. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Direct related experience in laboratory testing of road construction materials.
Knowledge of AASHTO and ASTM test methods and construction specifications, procedures and guidelines.
Interpersonal skills with the ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of internal and external stakeholders.
Ability to work independently with mínimal supervision.
Ability to analyze and solve problems using standarized rules and established procedures.
Ability to adapt to change.
Strong written communication skills.
Strong verbal communication skills.

Duties:

The Materials Lab Technician reports to the Concrete/Aggregate Technician, Geotechnical/Soils Technician or Bituminous Technician and is responsible for performing technical and engineering related work of various laboratory tests on soils, aggregates, concrete and asphalt products for design and quality control purposes associated with Manitioba Transportation and Infrastructure construction and maintenance requirements. The incumbent performs specialized technical and engineering analysis of materials, plans and supports daily work activities, communicates timely results and data reporting, maintains and calibrates lab equipment and participates in regular lab correlation and exchange program._

Advertisement # 4028

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