Field Technician

About The Opportunity

Creative, solution-driven, dedicated, kind, curious, skilled! These are the qualities that drive every team member at Gerrits Engineering to excel. Our passion for the work, our clients and our community has made us successful and determines how we show up for our clients and our team members. We seek these qualities in every new hire.

Gerrits Engineering provides excellence in a wide range of engineering design services including civil (land development), structural, mechanical, and electrical engineering. We are focused on building and site services, municipal development, and commercial and residential development services.

Based in beautiful Barrie Ontario, Gerrits Engineering is a full service Consulting Engineering firm that specializes in Civil, Structural, Mechanical, and Electrical Engineering. Since 2006, Gerrits has been delivering outstanding designs and topnotch service which has resulted consistent in growth. At present, we have delivered projects to nearly 2000 unique clients.

We are currently hiring for a new Field Technician to join our team of exceptional professionals.

If you’re excited by developing innovative and efficient solutions and focused on a collaborative, multi-disciplinary approach to design, we want to hear from you!

In this role as a civil field technologist, you will be responsible for supporting the civil department in designing land development projects of varying size and complexity.

Why Work With Us

We’re more than just an award winning engineering firm, we’re a people-first company that strives to live our core values everyday.

Our incredible team of nearly 40 people, genuinely enjoy working and spending time together. We live by our Mission, Vision, and Values – especially focusing on ensuring our people go home in better shape than when they came to work.

We offer a relaxed office environment, a flexible work schedule, and flat organization structure that creates opportunities for our people to thrive professionally and personally, while ensuring our client’s needs are exceeded in all our projects.

Gerrits Engineering is a place where authentic creativity meets innovation and teamwork. We believe in empowering people and opening doors for new opportunities. We offer completive compensation package, matching RRSP/DSP contributions, time off when you need it, a remote/office hybrid work model, mentorship and room for advancement, and office space you’ll love.

If you’re looking for a place that values strong relationships and embraces diverse ideas, then Gerrits Engineering is the place for you!

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

As a civil field technologist, you will be responsible for supporting the civil department in designing land development projects of varying size and complexity. Primarily:

You will carry out daily site inspection duties including monitoring and documenting contractor progress, workmanship, and conformance with the contract documents.
You will be responsible for inspection services on contracts for private and public sector clients under the guidance of a Senior Contract Administrator/Project Manager.

Specific duties will include, but not be limited to:

Under the direction of the Contract Administrator/Project Manager, observe and document the construction of underground servicing works and roadworks at various project sites;
Document daily construction activities through written and photographic records;
Maintain accurate and detailed measurements of all work performed by the contractor to assist in the preparation of accurate payments;
Surveying in-field construction and recording of as-constructed information for transfer to drawing files;
Liaise with Contractors, Municipal Staff and other consultants to ensure construction complies with approved drawings and specifications;
Assist in resolving problems and discrepancies;
Assist the Contract Administrator in preparing various internal/external reports and other status reports to Client;
Assist the Contract Administrator in preparing Contract and Tender Document Packages;
Perform field inspections and electrical/utility installation and relocations, attend site meetings and assist in finalizing utility servicing designs;
Assist in the preparation/updating of CAD drawings and figures for inclusion in reports, submissions and design briefs; and
Other duties, as required.

Qualifications

We are seeking a Technologist graduate with a minimum of two to three years of related field experience.

Candidates must possess a valid ‘G’ driver’s license in good standing and have a reliable vehicle for regular travel to and from construction sites.

Additional skills and experience necessary include:

A three year advanced diploma in civil engineering technology, construction engineering technology, construction management, or related field from an accredited post-secondary institution;
Experience as an Inspector on heavy construction projects including sewer and watermain, roadworks and stormwater management facilities;
Experience with AutoCAD/Civil 3D drafting and design;
Experience with contract administration and on-site inspection principles, practices, and techniques including:
Preparation of various contract administration paperwork including agendas, minutes, daily logs, photographic records, request for information, testing reports, change orders, deficiency lists, and construction certificates,
Knowledge of construction methods, materials, and equipment.
Inspection and conformance of construction works with contract documents and approved plans,
Experience with interpretation of specifications and plans;
Familiarity with Municipal and Provincial Standards and requirements within the province of Ontario;
Working knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access and Outlook;
Familiarity with basic survey methods/techniques;
Excellent attention to detail; and
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

What You Bring to Gerrits Engineering

Gerrits Engineering is a place where authentic creativity meets innovation and teamwork. We believe in empowering people and opening doors for new opportunities. We offer competitive compensation packages, matching RRSP/DSP contributions, time off when you need it, a remote/office hybrid work model, mentorship and room for advancement, and office space you’ll love.

We love what we do, so naturally we’re searching for people who bring the same kind of passion to their everyday work life. At Gerrits, we’re committed to creating a Super Culture comprised of many different people, all aligned to a common goal. We’re not looking for the “typical employee”, we’re seeking individuals who mirror our culture and the folks you’ll be working with.

We’re seeking a few great people who:

Leads with kindness and understanding
Are always looking for a win-win
Are excellent with written and oral communication that is clear and concise
Excel at time-management and thrive under pressure
Belief that nobody purposefully under-performs and that it’s usually a misunderstanding of expectations or a failure to communicate effectively
Understands that conflict is healthy when there is resolution and understanding as a result
Able to work in high stress situations, while maintaining integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
Has a real grasp at organizational and attention to detail
Know and love Microsoft Office, Revit, CAD

Employment Terms

This is a full-time permanent position located in Barrie, ON, which requires a 37.5h workweek.

Salary is commensurate with experience.

APPLY NOW

We thank you for your interest in this position, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Gerrits Engineering Limited welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you’re applying for a job and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an email to workhere@gerreng.com and let us know the nature of your request and contact information. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

We provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees and do not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by local law.

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