Materials Technician

PrairieGEO Engineering Ltd. provides geotechnical, and materials engineering and testing services. Our mission is to provide quality, practical and innovative consulting services to our clients and conduct our business with integrity.

A Construction Materials Engineering Technicians' responsibilities consist primarily of carrying out field and laboratory assignments relating to geotechnical and materials testing. Our Calgary and Edmonton office is looking for a Construction materials Engineering Technician with one to two years of relevant experience for a contract position, with a potential for extension based on available winter workload.

Responsibilities

Provide construction inspection and quality control/assurance testing for various infrastructure and transportation projects;
Conduct field compaction testing of soils;
Carry out construction inspection for various projects;
Carry out field concrete testing as per CCIL/CSA requirements;
Conduct pile construction monitoring for driven steel and cast-in-place concrete piles;
Laboratory testing of field materials;
Ensure all work conforms to CCIL, ASTM, and other company and industry standards;
Effectively communicate results and observations to clients, contractors, and project engineers verbally and in written formats;
Liaise with project engineers and client’s site representatives; and,
Traveling to local, and remote construction sites.
Qualifications

Completion of a related post-secondary program in Engineering Technology is preferred;
Experience in the field of construction materials testing is an asset;
Concrete Testing Certificate from CCIL/CSA is an asset;
Shift work is required depending on workload;
Valid Class 5 Drivers license is required;
Criminal Record Check will be conducted; and,
3 Year Driver’s Abstract and a Claims Experience Letter will be requested at the time of hiring.
Desirable Skills

This position would appeal to those who thrive in a fast-paced environment and are able to work effectively in a team;
Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills;
Strong computer skills (i.e. spreadsheet and word-processing); and,
Proficiency with spoken and written English language is required.
Additional Information

Flexible schedule, with the ability to work overtime and/or weekends as required;
A casual but professional office environment.
We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest in working with us; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $48,000.00-$68,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

Overtime pay
Benefits:

Casual dress
Company car
Dental care
Extended health care
Flexible schedule
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision care
Schedule:

8 hour shift
Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2026-05-15