Field Technician

Bring your curiosity and determination to make a positive impact on the future of transport, and we’ll help you go all the way. 

Join our team of globally connected specialists to help solve complex transport challenges and experience groundbreaking projects from idea to delivery, and beyond.
 

Who are we looking for?   

We are seeking out hard-working and motivated individuals to join our Materials Technology team at our Ottawa location. You will join a team of enthusiastic and dedicated technicians while operating under the supervision and mentorship of our civil and geotechnical engineering professionals.

This is an entry-level contract position, but intermediate and senior roles are available based on your experience and technical certifications within this service line.  Full-time positions are based on availability and seasonal demands.

Be part of the dynamic culture! Our workplace thrives on a hybrid model, combining in-office collaboration and flexibility. Join us in office, three days a week to contribute, connect and excel in our vibrant environment.

Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in: 

• Completion of Quality Assurance and Quality Control materials testing services on-site for various construction projects within Ottawa and the surrounding areas.
• Conducting compaction testing during site grading and backfilling operations, including sampling soil and aggregates for laboratory analysis.
• Concrete and asphalt sampling and testing for various building and infrastructure projects. 
• Support field staff in investigative work including concrete coring, specialized testing, test pit investigations, and site data collection.
• Competent with the use of Microsoft Office suite, particularly MS Word and MS Excel.
• Ability to lift and carry 23.7 kg (50 lbs.)
• Willingness to work a regular 40-hour work week and possible overtime up to a limit of 13 hours total per day.
• Willingness to travel up to 200 km per day using personal vehicle. 
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions.

What you will bring to the Team:

• Preference for enrolment in, or graduating from, a civil, geotechnical, or engineering program. Other relevant education and industry work experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service communication skills.
• The capacity and willingness to learn new skills and testing procedures.
• Access to a personal vehicle and possess a valid driver’s license to carry out daily site inspections. 

* The salary for this position is $22,50. The posted salary represents the expected hiring for GHD locations in its major city centres. Salary may vary for positions in other locations. At GHD, base salary is determined by your skills, experience, qualifications and work location. We are committed to offering competitive compensation and adhere to all relevant pay transparency legislation.  

* The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in recruiting is just getting started and may be used during the process to improve efficiency and fairness. Your application may be reviewed by both AI and our hiring team. While AI supports some steps through the process, all final hiring decisions are made by humans

* This position is for an existing vacancy

As a diverse and inclusive organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. Upon request, GHD will provide reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process.