WSP

Geotechnical/Materials Technician Edmonton

WSP$71K — $94K *
Technical Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Diploma or degree in Civil Engineering Technology, Geotechnical Engineering Technology, Materials Engineering Technology, or a related discipline.
  • Experience in field and laboratory testing of soils, asphalt, concrete, and aggregates.
  • Knowledge of CSA, ASTM, and related industry testing standards.
  • Strong attention to detail with excellent record-keeping skills.
  • Ability to work outdoors in diverse weather conditions and travel to project sites.
  • Commitment to health, safety, and quality performance.
  • Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct field and laboratory testing on asphalt pavements, concrete, aggregates, and soils.
  • Perform construction monitoring for excavations, subgrade inspections, and foundation oversight.
  • Prepare inspection reports and accurately enter data.
  • Adhere to WSP's Project Review, Ethics and Safety Policies.
  • Monitor construction of roads, pads, and buildings.
  • Read geotechnical instrumentation data.
  • Conduct field testing for concrete and compaction.
  • Execute laboratory work including sieve analysis and moisture content testing.

Benefits

  • Hands-on experience with large-scale infrastructure projects across Alberta.
  • Opportunities to work outdoors and in varying weather conditions.
  • Participation in significant construction projects that impact local communities.
  • Exposure to industry-standard testing practices and methodologies.
  • Collaboration with a team committed to health and safety in engineering.
Full Job Description
Job Description

The Opportunity

Build the Future With Us

Help shape the safety, quality, and performance of critical infrastructure projects. As a Geotechnical/Materials Technician, you will play a hands-on role in delivering field and laboratory testing services that support informed engineering decisions and successful project outcomes across transportation, industrial, commercial, and community infrastructure projects.

Your Impact

This position will require working on out-of-town projects. In this role, you will spend your time conducting a variety of field and laboratory testing on asphalt pavements, concrete, aggregates, and soils while supporting major construction and infrastructure projects across Alberta. This opportunity is ideal for individuals who enjoy working outdoors, gaining hands-on technical experience, and contributing to large-scale projects that help shape communities and industry.
  • Construction monitoring on projects including, excavations, subgrade inspection, shallow foundations, pile monitoring (cast-in-place concrete, driven steel, etc.
    • WSP works on some of the largest construction projects in Alberta including the West Valley Line LRT Project in Edmonton, ATCO,TCE, Suncor and numerous oil sands projects in Fort McMurray.
  • Preparation of inspection reports and data entry.
  • Follow WSP's Project Review, Ethics and Safety Policies.
  • Construction monitoring of roads, pads, buildings etc.
  • Geotechnical instrumentation reading.
  • Geotechnical Drill Rig nonrioting.
  • Field Concrete testing.
  • Field Compaction testing.
    • Lab Work
      • Sieve Analysis
      • Proctors
      • Cylinder Breaking
      • CSA calibrations
      • Moisture Contents
      • Asphalt
  • Maintain orderliness of laboratory.

The Skills That Set You Apart
  • Diploma or degree in Civil Engineering Technology, Geotechnical Engineering Technology, Materials Engineering Technology, or a related discipline.
  • Experience performing field and laboratory testing of soils, asphalt, concrete, and aggregates.
  • Knowledge of CSA, ASTM, and related industry testing standards.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records and documentation.
  • Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and travel to project sites as required.
  • Commitment to health, safety, and quality performance.
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills.
  • Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.


Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $34.20 - $45.30 / hour
MB & ON: $31.20 - $43 / hour
NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $30.90 - $41 / hour

Disclosure:
The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

Make Your Mark with WSP

If you're ready to build practical solutions, gain valuable field experience, and help deliver projects that strengthen communities, we want to hear from you. Apply today and start building your future with WSP.

About WSP

WSP is a Canadian engineering consulting firm that provides services to transform the built environment and restore the natural environment. The firm's expertise ranges from environmental remediation and urban planning, to engineering iconic buildings and designing sustainable transport networks, to developing the energy sources of the future and enabling new ways of extracting essential resources. It has approximately 54,000 employees, including engineers, technicians, scientists, architects, planners, surveyors, program and construction management professionals, and various environmental experts. WSP has offices in more than 40 countries and territories around the world.
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Founded
1959

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