Geotechnical Co-op Student

GEMTEC is a growing firm and we are continually looking for motivated and skilled individuals to join our team. We have created a challenging and inviting workplace, where individuals are provided the opportunity to gain a variety of experience and advance their careers.

GEMTEC management understands that creative, talented employees are assets, and that investing in employee development is an investment in our firm. We strive to have employees that are multi-faceted and versatile with a variety of skills.

GEMTEC currently has an opening for a Geotechnical CO-OP Student in our London, Ontario office location for an 8-month CO-OP Term (May to December 2026).

You're an ideal candidate if you have:

• Enrollment in a Civil Engineering degree or diploma program, preferably with a focus on Geotechnical Engineering or enrolled in the Construction Engineering Program or Civil Engineering Technology Program.

• Experience or interest in general construction activities, materials testing and inspection services.

• A desire to get hands-on experience in your field of study.

• The initiative to find the next task without being instructed

A typical day on the job might look like:

• Performing in situ testing of various materials on construction sites, compaction testing and testing of concrete and asphalt.

• Performing field testing and sampling of aggregates, soils, concrete, and asphalt.

• Preparation of summary field monitoring reports to document the results of your field testing and inspections.

• Various office, laboratory, and field tasks related to materials testing, geotechnical engineering, and environmental engineering

• Adhering to all company policies and demonstrate a safety-first focus.

• Performing other duties as required.

The good stuff you get:

• CO-OP Term position available (8- months)

• Average of 37.5 hours per week plus overtime, when available

• Experience working with professional engineers and specialists in the field

• Compensation for mileage driving to sites

Your background and what you bring:

• Experience with materials testing and inspection is considered an asset..

• Experience working in civil construction is considered an asset.

• Excellent writing and verbal communication skills (English), strong organizational skills, and time management skills and the ability to prioritize several assignments at one time in order to deliver quality work on time and on budget.

• Personal vehicle with appropriate insurance and valid driver's license

Pay Range: $20.50 - $23.50 CAD per hour

Interested individuals, click here to apply: https://gemtec.bamboohr.com/careers/275

Thank you for taking the time to consider GEMTEC. Only candidates proceeding to the next phase of the application process will be contacted at this time. We encourage you to connect with us on LinkedIn, even if this opportunity isn't for you, the next one might be!

Should you be selected for an interview and require accommodation of any kind, please kindly help us understand how we can help.