Geotechnical Technician

STATUS: Full-time, Permanent
LOCATION: Whitby, Ottawa
VACANCIES: 2
APPLY BY: August 7, 2026
SALARY RANGE: $22-$33/hour

WHY WORK WITH CAMBIUM?
We’re a fast-growing, people-first consulting and engineering firm with offices across Ontario. At Cambium, you’ll work hard, have fun, and make a real impact—on your team, your community, and your career. Think monthly socials, meaningful projects, generous time off, and a workplace that gives back. Let’s build something great together that we can be proud of.

CAMBIUM REWARDS
Our focus on caring for the employee as a whole person is apparent in the way we reward our full-time permanent team members:

• A competitive salary and a 100% employer premium-paid benefits program, that includes critical illness, long term disability, life insurance, health and dental coverage, and a health and wellness spending account
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, personal days, and unlimited sick time, because we trust our people to care for themselves and each other - to support both you and if applicable, your family
• An employer sponsored Registered Pension Plan (RPP), and later company profit sharing opportunities
• Financial support for your professional development, and flexible scheduling to help you integrate work and life

DO YOU HAVE THE RIGHT STUFF FOR CAMBIUM?

You’re a hands on team member who takes pride in producing high-quality work in the field and office. You have experience supporting environmental, geotechnical, or engineering projects and can carry out technical tasks safely, accurately, and efficiently. You are dependable, detail-oriented, and eager to learn and grow in your role. You have a strong set of personal values that align with Cambium’s values and bring a positive attitude to everything you do. You thrive in a collaborative environment, enjoy working with a close-knit team, and value building lasting relationships with colleagues and clients.

 WHAT WILL YOU DO?

As an early professional in Geotechnical Engineering, you will demonstrate your technical knowledge in the field, and work towards implementing practical and effective solutions for clients. Your role will involve conducting field assessments, collecting samples, and supporting Project Leads in the preparation of reports.

JOB DUTIES

• Conduct fieldwork on a variety of geotechnical projects, including borehole drilling, test pitting, independent field reviews, sampling, observing and monitoring work practices, support intrusive investigations
• Assist with site visits for slope stability assessments, foundation inspections, subgrade inspections, pavement condition surveys, and other geotechnical investigations.
• Collect field data, including interviewing third parties and collecting photographs, and conduct data analysis and interpretation, and with project leads support geotechnical recommendations.   
• Prepare technical documentation, ie. Drafting borehole/test pit logs, field observation reports.
• Interpret and synthesize data from field investigations and laboratory testing to support engineering evaluations, design recommendations, and client reports.
• Manage and document equipment maintenance.  
• Track essential equipment, materials and supplies.  
• Working to meet internal and external deadlines may result in occasional evening and weekend work. 
• Adhere to health and safety standards and applicable legislative requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Degree from a university Civil / Geological Engineering program, or equivalent education/experience.  
• 0-3 years of employment experience (preferably in consulting or a combination of sectors) 
• The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent communication skills with fluency (reading, writing and oral) in English 
• Valid Driver’s License and access to a reliable vehicle.

ADDITIONAL ASSETS 

• Passion for fieldwork and the ability to thrive independently in fast-paced, evolving project environments.
• Previous experience or exposure to active construction sites and geotechnical field investigations is considered an asset.
• Solid understanding of geotechnical logging and soil classification.

Application deadline: August 7, 2026
Visit cambium-inc.com or reach out today to hr@cambium-inc.com

We recognize the diverse nature of applicants and consider a combination of equivalent education and experience. We are committed to providing a respectful and inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

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