Materials Laboratory Technician - Coquitlam, BC
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- Coquitlam, BC
- $25.00-31.00 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
- By delegation from the Engineering Manager, Construction Services, the Lab Technician has responsibility for providing effective and competent support to Intertek Testing Services NA Ltd. in a safe, legal, and ethical manner.
- This is a position which will appeal to a self-motivated individual with a strong technical/practical background, excellent interpersonal/communication skills, and a solid work ethic, coupled with an interest in career growth.
- Listed examples are illustrative and representative of the tasks required for this position and are not intended to be complete or exclusive.
- Become proficient in various CSA and ASTM Materials Testing Standard and Procedures for concrete and aggregate materials testing.
- Conduct Laboratory testing on concrete, soil and aggregate materials within CCIL certification for Concrete and Aggregate.
- Maintain accurate, clear and well-organized testing records and field documentation.
- Assist the Laboratory Supervisor in conducting and completing materials testing and certification as required.
- Responsible for maintaining work order and unit posting process along with the Laboratory Supervisor.
- Perform routine verification, calibration, and maintenance of laboratory equipment (balances, ovens, sieves, proctor, and concrete testing equipment).
- Hold a valid Class 5 BC driver’s license with a clean driving record.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lb.
- Carrying out all responsibilities in a supportive manner with total adherence to: The Company’s Health, Safety and Environmental Policies and Procedures, Quality Management System, Compliance and Ethics Policies, Vision, Mission and Strategy, and exercises good judgment, common sense, and diplomacy.
- Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology is preferred or, alternatively, equivalent technical experience.
- 5+ years progressive experience in soil, aggregate, geotechnical and concrete materials testing.
- Eligible to CCIL Concrete Testing Category CCIL Type C and D Aggregate Certification and CCIL Concrete Category “0” and “1”.
- Familiar with civil engineering construction QA/QC inspection and test standards and procedures to ASTM and CSA standards.
- ASTTBC Membership preferred.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Excellent communication skills in both verbal and written format (Technical Memo’s for project need to be clear and legible).
- Excellent organization and time management skills.
- Effective business writing and composition skills with a good command of the English language.
- Ability to complete tasks.
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment.
- Microsoft Office software knowledge.
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