Senior Geotechnical Technologist

7 days ago

Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, Canada Tetra Tech Full time $80,000 - $91,000 per year

The Opportunity
Tetra Tech is adding a
Senior Geotechnical Technologist
to our
Arctic Engineering
team based in
Yellowknife, NT
. The successful candidate must be located in Yellowknife or willing to relocate.

Why Tetra Tech
At Tetra Tech, we are
Leading with Science
to solve the world's most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 500 million lives around the world.

Your Impact
Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

Your Role

  • Keeping laboratory documentation including calibrations and shipping records for nuclear density gauges and lab equipment up to date.
  • Providing training and general leadership for junior technologist.
  • Reviewing and approving field quality control and lab testing reports.
  • Performing field and laboratory testing of soil, aggregates, and asphalt concrete including, soil and aggregate sieve analysis, density testing using nuclear density gauges.
  • Preparation of Proctors and Marshall molds, asphalt cement content, sand equivalents, Atterberg limits and moisture content, including evaluation and reporting of properties and characteristics.
  • Completing drilling projects throughout the NWT and Nunavut.
  • Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards.
  • Pursue continuous professional development and maintain a high degree of discipline knowledge and awareness.
  • Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns.
  • Additional duties as required.

Qualifications

  • Civil Engineering or Civil Technology diploma.
  • 10 years or more of experience with increasing responsibility in materials labs.
  • Some materials testing experience would be considered an asset.
  • Previous experience working in engineering consulting would be considered an asset.
  • Must possess a valid Class 5 Driver's License and must provide current drivers abstract when applying, preference will be given to candidates with a clean driving record.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to properly document sampling and testing information in an accurate and timely fashion.
  • Excellent analytical, problem solving and listening skills.
  • Good time management skills, the ability to work with minimal supervision and the ability to contribute to the Practice by being a team player.
  • Must be willing to travel and work in a field setting away from headquarters.
  • CSA approved Steel Toed Safety Boots required.
  • Be physically capable of performing the manual labour duties required.

Life At Tetra Tech
The perks of working at Tetra Tech include (if applicable):

  • Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits, available on day one of employment.
  • Overtime is calculated at 1.5 times.
  • We have embraced a hybrid culture. We will provide you the tools to work almost anywhere.
  • Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
  • Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
  • Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth. Mentorship with world leading experts in your field.

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