Geotechnical Drilling Technician

Company Description

Join Egis, where your ambition meets unparalleled growth opportunities. As we continue to expand within Canada, we're looking for talented professionals like you to be a part of our innovative team. Imagine working alongside over 1,000 top-tier engineers, architects, and planners, all dedicated to shaping the future of infrastructure and development. 

Job Description

The successful candidate will assist in the planning, setup and execution of geotechnical field investigations for Transportation and Rail projects

• Supervise geotechnical drilling operations including SPT and CPT testing, in-situ geotechnical testing, soils strata logging and soil sample logging
• Conduct asphalt and concrete coring operations
• Observe and record site conditions, drainage patterns and construction operations
• Support for laboratory and factual reporting teams
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver project objectives on time and within budget. 
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, codes, and health & safety regulations.

Qualifications

• Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology Degree
• Prior experience in site investigation and drilling operations
• Experience in observing and conducting in-situ geotechnical testing, recording geotechnical conditions and appropriate sample collection
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to operate handheld drilling equipment and work safely in active roadway construction sites
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Willingness to travel and perform fieldwork, including site investigations and construction monitoring
• Understanding of geotechnical engineering principles, soil mechanics, and soil identification considered an asset
• G Class Drivers Licence

Additional Information

We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

This role is eligible for a referral bonus in line with the Referral Program.  If you have been referred, please provide the name of the employee who has referred you at the time of your application.

At Egis, we embrace innovation to tackle challenges and utilize AI in our recruitment process under stringent ethics and compliance policies and in alignment with our values of being a Responsible Company, a People First Company and a Creative Company. Committed to diversity, growth and collaboration, we may leverage AI to support the recruitment process.

Egis Canada is an equal opportunities employer offering a competitive salary and benefits to those with the skills suited to the needs of our clients. The salary range advertised may exceed the range based on several factors, including relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.