Civil Engineering Technologist or Technician - Construction Materials

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Full Time

Thurber has an exciting opportunity for a Construction Materials Engineering Technologist or Technician
with 2 to 3+ years of experience to join our team at our #730, 1075 W Georgia Street, Vancouver, British Columbia location.

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.

A Construction Materials Engineering Technologist’s responsibility consist primarily of field and laboratory assignments relating to deep foundation and construction materials, including but not limited to post-construction integrity testing for drilled shaft deep foundations (TIP, CSL), bridge deck testing and advanced soil and construction materials testing. The duties will also include reading blueprints, assisting and preparing engineering specifications and drawings and performing field surveys.

Proven experience in highways and transportation as well as geotechnical experience will be an asset. Travelling to local and construction sites is required.

To qualify for this role, you must have a relevant post-secondary diploma in Civil Engineering Technology, 2 to 3 years of experience, and a valid Class 5 driver’s license.

As our ideal candidate, you’ll join us with excellent communication skills. Strong computer skills, including all MS applications, is required and specialty software such as Pile Dynamic Thermal Profiler and CHAMP-Q, is an asset.

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.

• A flexible schedule, with the ability to work out of town for extended periods, overtime, weekends and evenings is required;
• Shift work may be required depending on workload and client/project needs;
• Criminal Record Check will be conducted; and,
• 3 Year Driver’s Abstract and a Claims Experience Letter will be requested.

Salary $76,500.00 per annum but may be adjusted upward for applicants whose qualifications and experience exceed those expressed in this posting.

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 Vancouver:

• Our office is centrally located downtown with great transit, biking and walking access.
• Walking distance to Stanley Park and the seawall for lunchtime running and walking options.
• Secure bike facility and shower.
• Numerous restaurants within walking distance.
• Views of the beautiful north shore mountains.
• Short commute from the north shore mountains and the local hiking and biking trails.
• 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.
• We provide health and dental coverage, a healthcare spending account, RRSP matching, and an…