Asphalt Laboratory Technician

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Thurber has an exciting opportunity for an Asphalt Laboratory Technician to join our team in Pickering, Ontario
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Thurber provides geotechnical, environmental and construction materials engineering and testing services for a variety of industries across Canada. Our multidisciplinary expertise allows us to work on problems related to earth, the environment and construction materials. We solve problems in a wide variety of industries including transportation, building construction, municipal infrastructure, land development, dams and water resources, industrial development, mining, oil and gas, marine and environmental services.

This posting is a new position for this location.

As our asphalt laboratory technician, you will be responsible for Superpave and Marshall Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA) and Warm Mix Asphalt (WMA) mix designs, asphalt quality control and quality assurance testing in the laboratory.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Performing high and advanced complexity of asphalt materials testing;
• Marshall and Superpave Mix Design testing (CCIL Type "A" Lab Certification);
• Marshall and Superpave Mix Compliance testing (CCIL Type "B" Lab Certification);
• Performing calibrations and routine repairs of laboratory instrumentation; and,
• Participating in the MTO correlation program.

To qualify for this role, you will have a relevant post‑secondary diploma in Civil Engineering Technology or a related field and a class G driver’s license.

As our ideal candidate, you’ll join us with excellent communication skills. Your strong interpersonal skills will combine with your technical knowledge and experience to ensure your success as you learn and contribute to the success of our projects within our dynamic working environment. This position would appeal to those who thrive in a fast-paced environment and are able to work effectively in a team and on their own.

Finally, you will also have the following:

• Completion of a related post‑secondary program in Civil Engineering Technology is preferred;
• Asphalt Testing Certificate from CCIL is preferred;
• Strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills;
• Strong computer skills (i.e. spreadsheet and word‑processing); and,
• Proficiency with spoken and written English language is required.

• $19.63 - $22.60 per hour.
• The posted wage range for this position represents the range for the experience and qualifications noted in this posting.
• The offered wage may be adjusted upward for candidates whose qualifications and experience exceed those expressed in this posting.
• Candidates with less experience and qualifications may be considered at a reduced starting wage.

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Upon joining Thurber Engineering you'll be welcomed into a casual, inclusive and professional office environment where open communication is valued at all levels. We're eager to help our team reach their potential which is why many of our team members spend much of their career with us! Here are the benefits of working for us in Pickering:

• Our flat organizational structure allows easy access to senior professionals, corporate leaders, and subject matter experts across the company for mentorship and feedback.
• Our culture is respectful, collaborative, inclusive, and fun.

Thurber Engineering Ltd. provides environmental, geotechnical, and…