Laboratory Technician
CA-ON-Kitchener
External English Careers
Req #: 3325
Type: Regular (Seasonal)
Overview: Your mission You will play an important role in a dynamic and passionate team, collaborating on a variety of projects of all sizes and scopes in the environment, renewable energies, hydroelectricity, transportation, materials, buildings and climate change markets. Boldness, innovation and collaboration are an integral part of our daily operations. Englobe - Who we are At Englobe, our rigor is matched by sincere care for our colleagues, our customers, our communities, and the environment. We are committed to making a real difference, one project at a time, and to having a positive, lasting impact. We approach our work with fresh perspectives, relying on collaboration and a diversity of voices. With an entrepreneurial spirit, we empower our customers and communities with boldness and optimism. We are determined to leave a lasting legacy for generations to come. Does this sound like the right fit for you? Learn more about the role ! Responsibilities: Your main responsibilities * Apply and promote Englobe's health and safety rules * Overseeing and conducting laboratory tests including but not limited to compressive strength testing of concrete, soil and aggregate gradation (sieve and hydrometer), plasticity tests (Atterberg limits), soil density testing (Proctor), asphalt extraction and A/C content, and calibrating lab and field equipment in accordance with CCIL; * Maintaining open lines of communication in the facilitation of information exchange between external Clients, Laboratory Supervisor and Field and Lab Technicians/Technologists; * Ensuring maintenance of accurate sample logs for concrete cylinders, asphalt samples, aggregate and soil samples in accordance with CCIL; * Recording test data, preparing factual reports, summaries, data sheets or graphs for interpretation of results; * Assisting with maintenance of data base of records containing calibration certificates, registration certificates, equipment manuals and applicable standards in accordance with CCIL; * Participating in laboratory correlation and accreditation assessment programs (eg. CCIL); * Making recommendations to control or eliminate unsafe conditions in the workplace. Qualifications: What makes you unique * Technical Diploma in a field related to Civil Engineering or Geotechnical Engineering; * Experience in one or all of Soil and Aggregate, Asphalt and Laboratory experience; * More than 2 years of experience in highway materials, construction materials sampling and testing and inspection; * CSA, CCIL or ACI certification (asset); * Ability to handle samples up to 25kg of materials regularly; * Demonstrated interest and sensitivity towards occupational health and safety.
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