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“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 Materials Testing Lab Technician will report to the Materials Testing Lead 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 clients’ 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 and 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 physically fit and willing to work outside in all weather conditions
You are willing to travel
You understand civil engineering and construction principles
You can interpret testing procedures, construction drawings, and specifications
You are not afraid to raise your hand when you need help or guidance
You are trusted with the freedom to work independently while contributing to overall team success
What You Should Bring:
The ideal candidate will have a college diploma from a Civil Engineering Technician program or 5+ years of relevant experience. Additionally, you should have:
Minimum 2 years of relevant work experience in a materials testing laboratory or a laboratory setting (considered an asset)
CCIL certification for concrete, soil, and/or asphalt testing (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.
