Civil Field Technologist

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Terracon Geotechnique Ltd. – an employee owned, western Canada based company, is looking for highly skilled and experienced Civil Field Technologists to join our growing team in Fort McMurray area.

The successful candidate will be involved in the construction monitoring, QA/QC monitoring, site investigations, foundation inspections, soils engineering, laboratory testing of concrete and soils on various challenging Oil Sands Projects. This role will require close attention to safety, quality, and efficiency.

These roles are fulltime, field-based positions, which require close alignment with Terracon’s S.I.T.E. values (Safety, Integrity, Teamwork and Entrepreneurism). Terracon’s goal is to support its employees in developing their careers by providing a wide variety of technical and leadership opportunities allowing for continued progression of skills and competencies.

If you have this experience and education and would like to further your career, the opportunity exists with Terracon.

This is a local Fort McMurray role.

Summary of Responsibilities:

·         Conduct field inspections and testing, including soil testing, earthwork, and concrete testing, to ensure compliance with projects specifications and industry standards

·         Monitor, document, and verify that the client construction meets design specifications

·         Provide client representatives with field and laboratory testing results; monitor sub-contractor adherence to design specifications

·         Conduct piling inspections

·         Coordinate with projects team members, including engineers and contractors

·         Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements

·         Responsible for quality control, quality assurance and ensuring that all work is performed to the highest standards

What We’re Looking For

·         Degree/Diploma in Civil Engineering, Geosciences or Technology, or an equivalent combination of education and field experience

·         Minimum 2-years of experience in the technical field-based role

·         Knowledge of civil construction techniques, materials and equipment considered an asset

·         Excellent communication and organizational skills

·         Strong leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities

·         Preference will be given to those who have a membership with ASET or APEGA

·         Preference will be given to those who have previous oil sands experience

·         Strong commitment to safety, knowledge of safety regulations and experience in implementing safety procedures on oil sands projects

Why Join Terracon?

·         Work with a group of people who have a passion for excellence and share common values

·         The ability to make a difference every day, working alongside a wide range of dedicated engineers, geoscientists, technologists as well as a talented group of people who support the business 

·         You will have an opportunity to share your expertise and develop solutions working with various clients on interesting projects 

·         A competitive employee package including health & dental wellness plans, employee incentives, and RRSP/TFSA financial wellness plan

Working Conditions, Schedule, and Physical Requirements

·         Legally authorized to work in Canada on an ongoing basis

·         Must have valid driver’s license with a clean driver’s abstract and 2 years’ experience in the industry field

·         Working schedule up to 12-hour days; day and night shifts

·         Must be physically able to perform field work as required. A fitness for work test will be performed before hired

·         Successfully complete a drug & alcohol test

Terracon’s Mission, Vision, and Values

Our Mission is to help ensure projects are designed, built, and maintained with the sound application of geotechnical, geoscience, environmental and safety standards so that they operate effectively and safely.  Our Vision is to be an industry leader by building best in class technical, safety, and professional standards into everything we do.  We are at our best when our collective and individual actions are guided by our SITE Values (Safety, Integrity, Teamwork, Entrepreneurism).

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Terracon is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from those who would contribute to the further diversification of our employees and clients including but not limited to Indigenous peoples, women, persons with disabilities and person of any ethnic and national or socio-economic background.

Please note only successful candidates will be contacted