Jobs in Halifax, NS and nearby

Jobs within 25 km of Halifax, NS, Canada. Nearby towns and cities are included. Distances are straight-line, not driving distances.

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CAD / hour	19.75	149
USD / hour	18.38	14

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Stantec

Materials Testing Technician

Dartmouth, NS, Canada

Job type: Full-time
Posting language: English
Posted: Aug 22, 2026

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Original job description

Build the foundation for a successful career in geotechnical engineering with a great team. When we say we’re full-service, we mean it. You’ll find us in the office, on site, and in the lab. We work in and outdoors, above and below ground, over and under water, on projects large and small. From field exploration and lab testing to designing and managing the construction of complex geotechnical structures, our team does rock-solid work.

Join our team and discover the opportunities that await.

Your Opportunity

Stantec's Geotechnical and Materials Engineering Team is seeking a Materials Field Technician to join our team in the Dartmouth, NS office.

Your Key Responsibilities

Duties

The successful candidates will demonstrate initiative and will excel under minimal supervision. You will be comfortable in a fast-paced environment and skilled in delivering on your commitments. You will work with a team of engineers/scientists and other technologists/technicians performing general materials testing and inspection services in the field. In brief, duties include but are not limited to:

Travel to sites, collection of samples
Construction Quality control/Quality assurance testing (Concrete, Soils, Asphalt)
Inspection/calibration of lab equipment
Other general field/laboratory related duties
Reporting: You will be required to regularly complete detailed field/laboratory reports and submit them to the project manager or laboratory supervisor.
Operations: You will be expected to support team operations and play an integral part in the promotion of our health and safety culture, client relations, equipment and resources maintenance and management, and other related duties will be expected.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

Qualifications

We are looking for an energetic team player who enjoys working with a team of engineering staff in providing superior service to our valued clients in Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada. The successful candidate will possess the following qualifications:

Effective communication skills (computer, written, oral).
Ability to work under minimal supervision.
Initiative and ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
Valid Driver’s License, access to their own personal vehicle and must be willing to provide a driver’s abstract for review.
Ability to travel as this position may require traveling and working outside of HRM and Nova Scotia.
The ability to carry out moderate lifting will be required.

Education and Experience

Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology or equivalent.

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 Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.

Primary Location: Canada | NS | Dartmouth

Organization: BC-1216 EnvSvcs-CA GeoTech East

Employee Status: Regular

Business Justification: New Position

Travel: No

Schedule: Full time

Job Posting: 25/02/2026 05:02:36

Req ID: 1004316

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Responsibilities

Perform general materials testing and inspection services for concrete, soils, and asphalt in both field and laboratory settings. Complete detailed technical reports and support team operations while promoting a health and safety culture.

Requirements

Requires a Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology or equivalent and a valid driver's license with a personal vehicle. Candidates must be able to perform moderate lifting and travel outside of the HRM and Nova Scotia regions.

Skills

Materials Testing
Construction Quality Control
Quality Assurance
Sample Collection
Lab Equipment Calibration
Field Inspection
Technical Reporting
Civil Engineering Technology
Concrete Testing
Soil Testing
Asphalt Testing
Communication Skills
Multi-tasking
Driving

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Keywords

Geotechnical Engineering
Materials Testing
Civil Engineering Technology
Quality Control
Quality Assurance
Concrete
Soils
Asphalt
Field Exploration
Lab Testing
Construction Inspection
Geotechnical Structures
Sample Collection
Calibration
Nova Scotia
Atlantic Canada

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