Geotechnical Technician

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Geotechnical Technician

Markham, ON

At EXP, we’re driven to provide innovative solutions for the world’s built and natural environments. As a team of engineers, architects, designers, scientists, creators and a community of professionals, we bring diverse and talented people together to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Here, you join a team that leverages differences, harnesses their entrepreneurial spirit in an employee-owned company, that believes diversity is what gives us strength, seeks sustainable results and shares ambitions for each other, our clients and the communities we are part of and serve. To be a part of EXP means to have your own experience, while staying connected to a global network of professionals, who believe we are a part of something bigger. Together, we are EXP.

EXP’s is currently seeking a Geotechnical Technician to join their Geotechnical Division in Markham office. Reporting to a Project Manager, the successful candidate will be joining a fast-paced and growth-oriented environment. This opportunity will be best suited for individuals that are self-motivated, hardworking, and passionate about the environmental field.

Your Responsibilities

• Responsible for conducting various geotechnical, hydrogeological and/or environmental field investigation projects including:
• Organize and carry out borehole layout, surveying and utility locates
• Coordination and supervision of borehole drilling and test pit excavation
• Logging of soil samples and rock cores on the field
• Soil and groundwater sampling
• Preparation of soil and groundwater samples for geotechnical and environmental laboratory analysis
• Conduct groundwater level measurement, well development, purging and groundwater sampling
• Field screening of soil samples for soil vapour levels
• Compile borehole logs using gINT and borehole plans using AutoCAD
• Conduct site visits for earthworks and excess soils projects for visual assessment/evaluation, assist with soil tracking, soil sampling and analysis
  

The Skills, Knowledge, And Ability We Seek

• Civil Engineering Technician/Environmental/Geological Diploma or Undergraduate Degree in Natural Sciences (Earth Science, Environmental Science, or Engineering).
• Previous field experience in geotechnical, hydrogeological and environmental investigation projects a strong asset.
• Working knowledge with soil classification, principles of soil mechanics and groundwater properties an asset.
• A valid driver’s G license and access to a vehicle are required, as this role will include field visits to various job sites.
• Ability to work independently on the field based on verbal or written project briefings provided.
• Strong note taking and organizational skills.
  
  

ABOUT US

Our story

With a mission to understand, innovate, partner and deliver, EXP provides engineering, architecture, design and consulting services to the world’s built and natural environments.

Our heritage dates back to 1906, when the earliest of EXP’s predecessor companies started its engineering infrastructure practice. Today, thousands of creative professionals across EXP work together to deliver extraordinary experiences year after year.

What Makes Us Different

The passion, enthusiasm, diversity and industry-leading capabilities of our employees make us who we are. We’re committed to providing a challenging work environment that cultivates career growth, encourages creativity and rewards excellence.

Find out more about life at EXP by visiting www.exp.com .

About The Team

EXP is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer who fully and actively supports equal access for all people regardless of Race, Color, Religion, Gender, Age, National Origin, Veteran Status, Disability, Genetic Information or Testing, Family and Medical Leave, Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity or Expression.

Should you need any special accommodations, please feel free to contact us at hrsupport@exp.com and we will arrange for the most suitable accommodations.

About Us

Our story

With a mission to understand, innovate, partner and deliver, EXP provides engineering, architecture, design and consulting services to the world’s built and natural environments.

Our heritage dates back to 1906, when the earliest of EXP’s predecessor companies started its engineering infrastructure practice. Today, thousands of creative professionals across EXP work together to deliver extraordinary experiences year after year.

What Makes Us Different

The passion, enthusiasm, diversity and industry-leading capabilities of our employees make us who we are. We’re committed to providing a challenging work environment that cultivates career growth, encourages creativity and rewards excellence.

Find out more about life at EXP by visiting www.exp.com .

Organization

EXP is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer who fully and actively supports equal access for all people regardless of Race, Color, Religion, Gender, Age, National Origin, Veteran Status, Disability, Genetic Information or Testing, Family and Medical Leave, Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity or Expression.

Should you need any special accommodations, please feel free to contact us at hrsupport@exp.com and we will arrange for the most suitable accommodations based on your needs.