WSP
Junior Construction Material Laboratory Technician

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The Opportunity
Your Impact Starts Here. As a Junior Construction Material Lab Technician, you will help deliver accurate, high‑quality laboratory work that supports environmental, materials, and infrastructure projects across the region. You will be part of a team that values precision, safety, and innovation while helping shape healthier, more resilient communities.
Your Impact
In this role, you will:
- Perform routine laboratory testing on construction materials such as soils, aggregates, concrete, and asphalt in accordance with standard methods and specifications.
- Prepare, label, log, and manage samples to maintain accurate tracking and traceability.
- Operate standard construction materials laboratory equipment, including balances, ovens, sieves, mixers, molds, and compression testing machines.
- Accurately record observations and test results in laboratory logs, templates, and digital systems.
- Follow health, safety, and quality procedures to maintain a safe and organized laboratory environment.
- Support senior technicians and technologists by assisting with test setup, equipment cleaning, and general lab organization.
The Skills That Set You Apart
- A college diploma or certificate in civil engineering technology, construction engineering, materials engineering, or a related field (completed or in progress).
- Exposure to construction materials testing through academic labs, co‑op terms, internships, or entry‑level roles.
- Familiarity with basic laboratory practices and materials testing equipment used for concrete, soils, and aggregates.
- Ability to work in a laboratory environment with repetitive testing procedures and attention to detail.
- Ability to safely lift and carry items weighing up to 50 lbs as part of routine laboratory duties.
- A strong commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork, with an interest in building technical skills in construction materials testing.
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Compensation
- AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $45,400 – $60,200
- MB & ON: $41,400 – $57,000
- NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $41,000 – $54,500
Disclosure: The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.
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Join a team where your curiosity, precision, and passion for technical excellence contribute to projects that build stronger, safer communities.
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Please Note:
Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations. Full details here https://www.wsp.com/en-ca/corporate/ca/health-safety.
Some safety-sensitive positions involve fieldwork and may include work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).
WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Full details here https://www.wsp.com/en-ca/careers/notice-to-staffing-agencies.
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