Laboratory Technician, Materials

The Opportunity:

Our team is growing, and as a result we're adding a Laboratory Technician to join our group. As part of the Construction Services, Materials Engineering and Laboratory Group team in Cambridge, you'll be responsible for driving forward our ambitious plans to enhance our service offering in the province through your work with a close-knit team of engineering specialists, professionals, and technical staff.

Why WSP?

• Our Flexible Work Policy - we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.
• A Canadian success story - we're proud to wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer
• Enhance the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
• Outstanding career opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open to your ideas and trying new things.
• A phenomenal collaborative culture and a workforce filled with genuinely good people who are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey.

We offer attractive pay, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future. We offer flexible work options including remote work.

#WeAre WSP

A day in the life:

• Conduct all required laboratory testing for asphalt materials including but not limited to CCIL Type B Certified Superpave and Marshall asphalt testing.
• Participate in relevant proficiency tests and maintain all required certifications for the laboratory.
• Perform certified testing in an efficient and precise manner.
• Complete data gathering and interpretation including data entry of test results to produce a final and accurate report suitable for review and distribution.
• Responsible to maintain equipment calibration, maintenance, and general housekeeping requirements to maintain a safe working environment.
• Participate in quality audits and identify, investigate & report non-conformances to the Lab Lead.
• Responsible for shipping, receiving, logging, handling, storage, and disposal of samples
• Assist with ordering and restocking of asphalt laboratory supplies as required.
• Interact with staff in the Office including field technicians and technologists, administrative and professional staff, as well as with some clients.

We'd love to hear from you if you have...

• Successful completion of post-secondary technical education in Civil Engineering/Technology or related discipline.
• Minimum 3 years of experience with Canadian Council of Independent Laboratories (CCIL), certified Marshall and/or SuperPave testing methods.
• Sound knowledge of relevant standardized lab testing procedures (MTO, ASTM, AASHTO).
• Experience and knowledge in CCIL laboratory certification processes, equipment maintenance, equipment calibration, and lab proficiency testing programs.
• Time management skills, organizational skills, independent thinking skills, problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to take direction and work independently as well as be team member and collaborate with other lab personnel.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and able to schedule and coordinate multiple tasks and assignments.
• Accurate and efficient computer skills in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) with data entry, data interpretation and report generating skills.
• Possess a safety conscious attitude with a sound understanding of the need for health and safety procedures in the workplace
• Current Canadian Council of Independent Laboratories (CCIL) certification preferred.

Category

Maintenance and Technicians