Field Technician
EXP
- Brampton, ON
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Perform field soil compaction testing with soil density gauge
- Monitor the placement of soil and granular materials, and carry out compaction testing as part of trench backfill, engineered fill or general backfill or grading operations
- Perform concrete slump, air test and cast test cylinders on the field
- Pickup concrete cylinders and return them to the laboratory for testing
- Carry out subgrade inspections
- Perform footing and reinforcing bar inspections
- Monitor the placement of asphalt pavement, including sampling and compaction testing
- Monitor the installation of caissons, piles and shoring system
- Perform soil and granular proctor tests
- Properly identify/classify soil types from samples
- Perform granular sieve tests
- Ability to understand and resolve soil, granular and asphalt problems while on construction sites
- Able to read drawings and specifications
- Ability to exercise diplomacy and tact when interacting with fellow staff, clients, consultants and contractors
- Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to write clear field reports, including making recommendations
- Strong organizational and time management skills as well as attention to detail
- Possess a valid driver's license and reliable vehicle for travel to construction sites
- This work is physically demanding due to carrying/transporting concrete cylinders and the soil density gauge