Description
We are seeking a Senior Geotechnical Technician to join our Field Services - Major Projects team in Edmonton, Alberta. As a Senior Geotechnical Technician, you will support complex geotechnical investigations, instrumentation programs, and construction monitoring activities across major projects.
The successful candidate will have a minimum of seven years of relevant industry experience and will be responsible for:
- Promoting a strong safety culture by ensuring site-specific HSE policies and safe work procedures are consistently followed
- Monitoring and supervising geotechnical drilling investigations utilizing various drilling techniques
- Classifying soil samples and performing field testing of soils and groundwater to support project investigations and design
- Installing, commissioning, maintaining, and troubleshooting geotechnical instrumentation systems
- Configuring and supporting data loggers, telemetry networks, remote monitoring systems, and automated monitoring programs
- Coordinating and managing contractors while collaborating with engineers, clients, and construction teams to resolve field-related challenges
- Validating construction monitoring findings, including subgrade, foundation, and pile inspections, ensuring quality project outcomes
- Compiling field data, preparing documentation and reports, and communicating technical observations and recommendations to project stakeholders
The ideal candidate will have:
- A diploma in Geological, Construction, or Civil Engineering Technology
- A minimum of 7 years of geotechnical field experience, including geotechnical drilling and instrumentation installation
- Strong experience installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting geotechnical instrumentation and monitoring systems
- Experience working within the Alberta Oil Sands region is considered an asset
- Ability to work rotational schedules ranging from one to three weeks, including day and night shifts
- Standard First Aid Level C with AED, CSTS, CSO, and H2S Alive certifications are considered assets
- A valid and unrestricted Alberta Class 5 Driver's License with a commitment to safe field operations
In terms of compensation, the salary range for this position is:
- AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $89,800 – $118,900
- MB & ON: $81,900 – $112,800
- NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $81,100 – $107,700