The opportunity
Metro Testing + Engineering is one of the busiest and largest Construction Materials Testing Lab is Western Canada.
We are looking for people who want to start a career as a Field Materials Testing Technician. This is a field position and the technician will travel to construction to assist our clients with testing their materials. If you love to be on the road and meeting people, it could be your next opportunity. .
No experience is required, and you will be trained by our experienced technicians and receive industry recognised certifications. you will be working at our Abbotsford Office.
Who we are
Metro Testing + Engineering is one of the largest materials testing companies in Western Canada with 11 offices and over 250 employees. We work with a lot of high-profile clients in their residential, commercial and infrastructure projects.
What you will be doing
- Test concrete before the pour and ensure they meet the specifications and industry standards
- Using Nuclear Densometer to measure the density and moisture content of soil, aggregate, or asphalt
- Interpret the test results and to produce reports
- Building relationship with site personnel to foster long term business collaboration
- Travelling to job sites in east Fraser Valley
What you will get
- Hourly wage starts at $22/hr
- Benefits after 3 months – Vision, Dental, Extended Health, Life Insurance and RRSP
- Annual PPE Allowance
- Mileage allowance for work related travel
- Company cell phone
- Over time work during the peak season
- Opportunity to promote to other testing departments after 6-12 months of employment
Who we are looking for
- Interested in career in the Construction Materials Testing industry
- Valid driver’s license and access to a personal vehicle
- Good command of the English language.
- Ability to lift and control weights up to 23 kgs / 50 lbs
- Experience as an General Labour/assistant is an asset
- Graduate of a civil engineering diploma/certificate program is an asset
Pre-Employment Background Checks
All successful candidates are subjected to pre-employment background checks.
If you want to learn more about us, please visit www.metrotesting.ca
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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $21.00-$22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Application question(s):
- Are you able to lift up to 23kgs/50lbs?
- If short listed for this role, are you able to have an in person interview with our Branch Manager in Abbotsford?
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
