Laboratory Technician - Jobs in Squamish, BC

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Job Type: Full Time, PermanentStart Date: As soon as possibleLanguage: EnglishMinimum Education: Technical TrainingPositions Available: 1NOC Group: Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians (2231)NOC Job Title: Materials Testing TechnicianExpires in 7 daysExpires: 2021-11-01Posted: 2021-10-25Last Updated: 2021-10-25Job Location(s)Squamish, British ColumbiaSurrey, British ColumbiaVancouver, British ColumbiaJob DescriptionBCIB Trade ProfilesBritish Columbia Infrastructure Benefits (BCIB) is a Crown Corporation employing skilled trades people on major infrastructure projects across BC. We create career opportunities for underrepresented workers and employ the skilled trades on projects under the province’s Community Benefits Agreement (CBA). Through CBA we maximize apprenticeship opportunities and create respectful and welcoming worksites so everyone feels safe on the job. Any qualified British Columbian can work on a CBA project whether they are a member of a union or not.Create a Profile with BCIBApply today! If there isn’t an opening now, another could come up shortly. Creating and updating your BCIB profile means you can be assessed for all incoming positions.To apply for work opportunities with BCIB, start by creating an online profile. Go to www.bcib.ca and click “Apply Now.” If you’ve already created a profile, hit “Already applied” If you have any trouble accessing your profile, please email workforce@bcib.ca so we can help.Laboratory TechnicianBCIB is recruiting for Office and Technical staff, specifically Laboratory Technicians that will be required on the Pattullo Bridge Replacement Project and the Broadway Subway Project in the next six months.Working Conditions:

• Must be willing and able to work extended shifts as and when needed, in all weather conditions
• Noisy and dusty environments on all types of terrain
• Personal Protective Equipment will be required (e.g. steel-toed safety boots, safety glasses/goggles, etc.)
• Experience working in a busy job environment will be considered an asset

Responsibilities

• Conducting concrete compressive strength testing, soils, and aggregates (gradation sieves), soil density testing (Proctor), and other tests as may be required.
• Conducting field concrete tests and soil compaction tests when necessary
• Ensuring all testing equipment is well maintained and calibrated as necessary and work area in clean condition at all times
• Ensuring appropriate testing protocols and standards are adhered to in the execution of all testing.
• Accurate logging of test samples.

Qualifications and Certifications

• Good understanding of ASTM, CSA, ACI and other specifications or standards for concrete/soil/aggregates/testing
• Knowledge in Excel, Word, Outlook
• Good written and oral communication skills in English
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Able to handle multi-tasking and maintain focus in a busy workplace
• Able to meet tight deadlines and work well under pressure
• Diploma in Civil Engineering or equivalent work experience
• Minimum of 3 years related Materials Testing experience
• CCIL Certified in concrete, aggregates (Q, R Certification)
• Knowledge of ASTM and CSA testing methods
• Experience in concrete testing
• Experience in Aggregate, Soil sampling and Laboratory testing
• Experience in the use of a nuclear densometer (TDG Certified)
• Experience in Field Testing (compaction, concrete testing)
• Excellent communication skills and analytical abilities
• Ability to lift and control weights up to 50 lbs

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