Geotechnical Engineering Technologist

Job Description

Stantec is currently searching for a Geotechnical Engineering Technologist on a regular full-time basis on rotation in the field, reporting out of the Edmonton office. Under the supervision of the Site Supervisor, the Geotechnical Engineering Technologist is responsible for completing operations maintenance and surveillance monitoring tasks for earthen structures at active mine sites and civil earthwork projects. This position will work independently in the field with support from their Field Supervisor and Project Manager.

This is a field position; work schedules will be based on project-specific requirements and will require rotations of 12‑hour shifts (day/night), as well as travel to remote field locations.

Your position may fulfil any of the following roles:

• Participating and following site‑specific Health Safety Environment (HSE) policies and ensuring the safety standard procedures are strictly adhered to with the goal of achieving zero workplace incidents and promoting a safe work environment for all
• Participating in daily tailgate meetings
• Identifying and reporting hazards and unsafe conditions and seeking to improve safety with reference to known policies and procedures
• Documenting significant events or observations related to the job (e.g., Environmental, Hazard ID, Job Observations, etc.)
• Monitoring geotechnical parameters to provide quality control in accordance with design and sampling/testing specifications
• Completing advanced soil sampling and compaction testing using a portable nuclear gauge
• Interpreting design and IFC drawings, as well as material and construction specifications
• Storing, transporting, and maintaining nuclear densometers
• Developing an understanding of radiation safety, policies and procedures
• Reporting on technical construction monitoring observations and results and providing guidance during construction
• Adhering to quality control, documentation, and data management procedures
• Contributing to standardized procedures and policies, as well as the identification and execution of shared goals and objectives
• Troubleshooting technical issues in the field to consistently deliver high‑quality results
• Demonstrating proficiency in the competencies outlined in the applicable Core Competency Profile
• Working knowledge of geotechnical material testing equipment and soil sampling
• Operating light vehicles (4x4 pickups) and/or all‑terrain vehicles to gain access to construction areas located throughout the mine
• Identifying and engaging with key stakeholders to gather information and background

• Participating and following site‑specific HSE policies and ensuring the safety standard procedures are strictly adhered to with the goal of achieving zero workplace incidents and promoting a safe work environment for all
• Participating in daily tailgate meetings
• Identifying and reporting hazards and unsafe conditions and seeking to improve safety with reference to known policies and procedures
• Documenting significant events or observations related to the job (e.g., Environmental, Hazard ID, Job Observations, etc.)
• Commissioning/initializing, extending, lowering, aiding in trenching, and otherwise modifying geotechnical and/or hydrogeological instruments/wells
• Assisting and performing proper decommissioning/abandonment of geotechnical and hydrogeological wells/instruments
• Taking readings from vibrating wire piezometers, pneumatic piezometers, standpipes, transducers, flow meters and pumping wells
• Maintaining observation instruments as appropriate; typical tasks may include but are not limited to winterization and miscellaneous maintenance (e.g., removal of water from slope inclinometers, repairing casing caps, guards and other surface appurtenances)
• Programming, installing and downloading information from data loggers
• Taking readings from slope inclinometers, in‑place inclinometers and SAAs
• Performing maintenance and troubleshooting on cables, data loggers, and automated data acquisition systems
• Performing visual inspection of geotechnical structures and informing the client of any concerns or abnormalities
• Performing Quality Control (QC) of all readings (e.g., allowing noise in slope inclinometer readings to reduce before recording), data entry, outputs and determining if instrument readings are of good quality or if re‑reads are required
• Conducting standard hydrogeological field testing on pumping and monitoring wells
• Collecting water samples from monitoring wells, pumping wells, and surface infrastructure
• Entering, maintaining, and updating instrumentation data files and drawings as directed by the client
• Demonstrating proficiency in the competencies outlined in the applicable Core Competency Profile
• Working knowledge of geotechnical material testing equipment and sampling
• Operating light vehicles (4x4 pickups) and/or all‑terrain vehicles to gain access to instruments located in potentially remote areas
• Identifying and engaging with key stakeholders to gather information and background
• Maintaining, cleaning and adding to or replacing lab equipment
• Ensuring tests are completed in accordance with relevant standards. The testing scope completed at the lab encompasses:
• Moisture content as per ASTM D4643
• Sieve analysis to no. 200 sieve as per ASTM D422
• Hydrometer particle size analysis as per ASTM D422
• Density and unit weight of soil in place by Sand‑Cone as per ASTM D1556
• Classification of Soils for Engineering Purposes as per ASTM D2487
• Standard proctor and Modified proctor testing as per ASTM D698 and D1557
• Maintaining proper chain of custody tracking of all samples from receipt to disposal
• Prioritizing work to meet the client’s requirements
• Completing Chain of Custody forms and filing appropriately for soil samples
• Logging and uploading sampling results to the client’s database
• Receiving samples, scheduling tests, and completing tests. Tracking updates to be provided to the client upon request
• Demonstrating proficiency in the competencies outlined in the applicable Core Competency Profile
• Extensive experience with northern Alberta glacial geology and Athabasca Oil Sands Geology having worked in the oil sands or glacial soils previously

Qualifications

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Experience with laboratory soil testing procedures such as Atterberg Limits, hydrometers, grain size analyses, helpful
• Knowledge of advanced soil testing procedures would be an asset
• CCIL Certification for soils, concrete and asphalt would be an asset
• Knowledge of soil sampling techniques and construction methodology
• An understanding of ASTM and CSA Standards, as you will be required to know these standards to complete daily tasks
• Working knowledge of the Microsoft office suite of programs
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License with current Driver’s Abstract
• Standard First Aid Level C with AED, CSTS, and H2S Alive, preferred but not required
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational abilities
• Willingness to be a team player with a strong ability to work independently
• Highly organized, and demonstrate a flexible approach to work assignments, as you may be required to work overtime depending on our clients’ needs
• These positions require a pre‑access drug and alcohol testing and criminal background check

• A minimum Post‑Secondary Technical Diploma in geological, geotechnical, civil or mining discipline
• Prior experience 3‑6 years in a geotechnical laboratory and/or field testing
• Current registration with ASET and hold designation as a T.T, C.Tech. or C.E.T; or demonstrate an ability and willingness to be able to register
• Professional designation with either the Association of Science and Engineering Technology Professionals of Alberta (ASET) or the Applied Science Technologists and Technicians of BC (ASTTBC) is considered an asset

• This position has minimum physical requirements as outlined in the Stantec Field Physical Demands Assessment. A fit for duty assessment may be required prior to deployment in the field and is a condition of employment. Additional physical demands may be required and will be defined in the Project Specific HSE plans.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

About the Team

Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part‑time roles will be pro‑rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary: Regular full‑time and part‑time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health care spending account, wellness spending account, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group tax‑free savings account, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short‑term/long‑term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid time off.

Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax‑free savings account.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Job Info

• Job Identification 1005661
• Posting Date 05/12/2026, 08:43 PM
• Location 300‑10220 103 Avenue NW, Edmonton, AB, T5J 0K4, CA (Hybrid)