Materials Technician (Seasonal)
Role Summary
BASE is looking for seasonal Material Technicians to join our team in Grande Prairie for the 2024 Construction Season! We are offering positions from April to May, providing the perfect opportunity to gain hands-on experience to enhance your understanding of the construction industry. Material Technicans play a critical role in our construction projects by providing on site testing services for aggregate, soils, concrete, and asphalt. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to apply their knowledge of ASTM, ATT, and CSA test procedures, and gain experience interpreting project drawings on site to ensure proper testing procedures are being used with support from the Regional Lab Supervisor.
About BASE
Since our start in 1963, Beairsto & Associates Engineering Ltd. (BASE) has been 100% Alberta-owned and operated. Our continuity of ownership and management is the foundation of our success in the industry. Beginning with an initial staff of three people, we have grown to over 100 personnel, 4 office locations, and 3 certified materials testing laboratories. We now boast a broad foundation of expertise in a variety of inter-related disciplines. Including Legal & Construction Survey, Materials Testing, Municipal & Civil Engineering, Planning, Oil & Gas Engineering & Survey, Surface Land, Structural & Bridge Engineering, Mechanical & Electrical Engineering, and Geotechnical & Environmental Engineering.
The BASE Difference
Our seasonal employees are critical to meeting demand so we can successfully execute projects during construction season. BASE compensates seasonal employees with competitive wages, overtime, and vacation pay. Additionally, we offer 3 paid flex days per year to support our employees in the event of unforeseen circumstances that require them to be away from work to care for themselves or their families. In addition to your compensation, you will receive hands-on experience to further evolve your knowledge of materials testing, a supportive learning environment from your coworkers, and positive employee-supervisor relationships.
Key Aspects
- Conduct field and laboratory testing of aggregate, soils, concrete, and/or asphalt using nuclear densometers and other required equipment.
- Consistent and accurate creation/submission of daily field and laboratory tests results to the Regional Geotechnical Supervisor(s).
- Complete daily time tickets and field level hazard assessments in a timely manner.
- Assist with training and mentorship of new staff members as required.
Other Duties & Responsibilities
- Safe operation, storage, transportation, security, and maintenance of nuclear densometer.
- Review and interpret project drawings and specifications to ensure proper testing procedures are being used
- Effectively communicate with the Geotechnical Supervisors, project managers, coworkers, clients, and contractors as required to ensure project alignment. This includes escalating issues that may arise on site to the Geotechnical Supervisor as appropriate.
- Learn and apply related ASTM, ATT, CCIL, and CSA test procedures.
- Actively engage and comply with the BASE Health & Safety Program.
- Adhere to safe work practices and ensure required PPE is in good working condition and is being used when appropriate as per the BASE Health & Safety Program.
- Additional duties as required.
Qualifications
- Technical Diploma in Civil Engineering is an asset with 1+ years of progressive work-related experience.
- Experience in a consulting engineering environment would be considered an asset, specifically materials testing including aggregate, soils, concrete, and/or asphalt.
- Experience in Geotechnical Engineering investigation, inspections, and reporting would be an asset (specifically geotechnical field drilling, pile construction inspections, foundation bearing inspections, proof rolls, etc.).
- Experience and knowledge of ASTM, ATT, and CSA test procedures.
- Ability to review and interpret field and laboratory reports and results.
- Ability to review and interpret project drawings and specifications.
- Have thorough knowledge of all laboratory and field procedures and provide support to ensure proper safety and quality guidelines maintained.
- Valid CCIL concrete and aggregate certification(s).
- Hold a valid Class 5 Driver’s License with no restrictions.
- Posses or be welling to obtain certifications in First Aid – Level C & WHMIS with GHS.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Programs (Word, Excel, etc.).
- Proficient desktop computer skills (email, PDF editing programs, etc.).
- Able to travel and work a flexible/rotating schedule to support field and construction projects, including ability to work weekends.
- Able to lift and carry 50 lbs or more over a distance.
- Able to work safely on rugged or steep terrain.
Qualities
- Strong time management and a conscientious attitude toward deadlines.
- Ability to work well individually and in a team environment.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with coworkers, clients, and contractors (written & verbally).
- Ability to maintain professionalism through all interactions with coworkers, clients, and contractors.
- Demonstrates solution-based conflict management skills, and is able to address conflict in a level-headed, professional manner.
- Willingness to learn new tasks and procedures to enhance knowledge.
- Takes direction and feedback well with a desire to improve.
- Able to maintain multiple priorities and a varied workload.
- Ability to prioritize and communicate key objectives and tactics necessary to achieve project goals.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Strong problem solving skills.
- Keen eye for visual inconsistencies and anomalies.
- Uses and applies good field judgement for accuracy, and adequacy or field work.
- Keeps personal safety, the safety of coworkers, and all others on site forefront.
- Willingness/ability to travel as required.
- Willing to work overtimes and weekends (with notice) as required.
Wage range $24.00 - $29.00 (hourly), can be negotiated based on experience.
Job Type: Seasonal
Contract length: 4-7 months
Pay: $24.00-$29.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Employee assistance program
- On-site parking
- Wellness program
Work Location: On the road
