Material Technician
Core
Conduct field testing and quality control analysis for construction materials including soils, aggregates, concrete, and asphalt to ensure project integrity.
Role type
Field Material Technician (Construction QC/QA)
Builds
Quality assurance data for grading, base, and paving projects
Domain
Construction Engineering / Civil Infrastructure
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
field compaction testing, hot mix asphalt sampling, asphalt coring, nuclear gauge operation, concrete sampling, data reporting, safety compliance, equipment maintenance
Preferred skills
Alberta Transportation specifications knowledge, CCIL certifications, soil analysis experience
Technologies
nuclear gauges, Microsoft Office
Responsibilities
Conduct field compaction testing, hot mix asphalt sampling, and asphalt coring; perform quality control testing in field laboratories; use nuclear gauges to confirm density and moisture; determine asphalt density, content, and gradation; maintain daily activity journals and standardized test reports; assist in laboratory equipment maintenance.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC