Materials Technical Assistant

at  City of Edmonton

Job Number: 51451
Are you knowledgeable about quality assurance testing at the ground level? Do you have a passion for working in the great outdoors? Do people like working with you? Maybe you’ve already applied your knowledge in this industry. Maybe you haven’t had the chance yet and want a new adventure. Either way - we are looking for people across all our rich diversity to perform field and laboratory quality assurance testing on soil, aggregates, asphalt and cement concrete products for City of Edmonton construction projects. Here is your chance to apply your knowledge of materials testing, your passion for working outside and your skills in collaboration to support critical quality assurance work in our section. Your success will be measured by your ability to achieve timely and accurate results in the context of a respectful, inclusive and service-minded style.

SKILLS REQUIRED FOR SUCCESS:

• Understand and execute complex verbal and written instructions
• Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to establish and maintain professional relationships within a diverse context of colleagues and clients
• Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies (https://bit.ly/4brRrXm)
• Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation and inclusion (https://bit.ly/3hd2d95)
• Applicants may be tested

Qualifications:

• Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent or higher, supplemented by some courses in Civil or Materials Technology from a recognized technical institute
• Knowledge of construction materials testing laboratory equipment and procedures
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations and record data with a high level of accuracy
• Ability to make decisions and perform work independently as well as with a team in a field environment
• Ability to perform the assigned tasks, such as repetitive bending and lifting up to 50 lbs (equipment, samples, etc), in various weather, environmental, traffic and construction conditions
• Basic computer skills, including ability to use Google Workspace
• Compliance with the City of Edmonton’s safety standards for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is a requirement for this position
• Compliance with the City of Edmonton’s Code of Practice for Respiratory Protective Equipment, including medical monitoring is a requirement for this positio

• Sample and test asphalt, soils, concrete, gravel and other related materials according to appropriate ASTM, AASHTO, CSA or other standards
• Perform inspections of asphalt and concrete plants that are producing materials for use on City of Edmonton construction projects
• Perform field coring on asphalt mixes for thickness and compaction determination
• Complete preventative maintenance on lab and field equipment and ensure all equipment is properly maintained to ensure it is in good and safe working order
• Operate field and laboratory test equipment
• Record test results and prepare standard test reports
• Perform all duties in accordance with provincial and municipal Occupational Health & Safety regulations
• Conduct work in a manner that complies with the requirements set out in the City’s Environmental Management System (EMS)
• Other related duties as required

Qualifications:

• Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent or higher, supplemented by some courses in Civil or Materials Technology from a recognized technical institute
• Knowledge of construction materials testing laboratory equipment and procedures
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations and record data with a high level of accuracy
• Ability to make decisions and perform work independently as well as with a team in a field environment
• Ability to perform the assigned tasks, such as repetitive bending and lifting up to 50 lbs (equipment, samples, etc), in various weather, environmental, traffic and construction conditions
• Basic computer skills, including ability to use Google Workspace
• Compliance with the City of Edmonton’s safety standards for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is a requirement for this position
• Compliance with the City of Edmonton’s Code of Practice for Respiratory Protective Equipment, including medical monitoring is a requirement for this position