QC Technician – CET

Rankin Construction Inc.

Location: Niagara Region / Hamilton, Ontario

Job Type: Full-Time, Seasonal

Pay: Competitive, based on experience and qualifications

Job Details

- Job Type: Full-time, Seasonal
- Location: Niagara Region / Hamilton, Ontario
- Industry: Heavy Civil Construction

About Rankin Construction Rankin Construction Inc. is a leading heavy civil construction contractor serving the Niagara Region, Hamilton, and surrounding areas. We specialize in roads, bridges, underground utilities, water and sewer infrastructure, aggregate production, and municipal and MTO projects.

We are currently seeking a QC Technician – CET to join our team and support quality control, construction materials testing, and documentation on our heavy civil construction projects.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work directly with our project management and field teams on a variety of major infrastructure projects.

The Opportunity The QC Technician – CET will be responsible for field and laboratory testing of construction materials and assisting with quality control activities to ensure that work and materials meet project specifications, MTO requirements, Ontario Provincial Standards, and applicable testing standards.

The position will involve regular travel between active construction sites throughout Niagara, Hamilton, and surrounding areas.

Key Responsibilities

- Perform quality control testing on heavy civil construction projects.
- Conduct asphalt sampling and testing.
- Perform concrete sampling and field testing.
- Perform soil, aggregate, compaction, and density testing.
- Monitor construction activities and document testing results.
- Complete quality control reports, inspection records, and test reports.
- Collect, label, transport, and prepare material samples for testing.
- Assist with laboratory testing and maintain accurate testing records.
- Identify and report quality issues or deficiencies.




- Work closely with Project Managers, Site Supervisors, Foremen, consultants, inspectors, and laboratory personnel.
- Maintain testing equipment and ensure equipment is properly maintained and calibrated.
- Ensure testing and documentation are completed in accordance with project specifications and applicable standards.
- Follow all company health and safety policies and procedures.

Qualifications & Experience

- Civil Engineering Technician/Technologist (CET) designation or Civil Engineering Technology diploma is considered an asset.
- Previous experience in quality control, construction materials testing, or heavy civil construction is preferred.
- Experience with MTO road construction is a strong asset.
- Experience with asphalt testing.
- Experience with concrete testing.
- Experience with soil compaction and density testing.
- Knowledge of aggregate testing is an asset.
- Knowledge of MTO specifications, OPSS and OPSD is an asset.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately document test results.
- Ability to read and understand construction drawings and specifications.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a construction team.
- Valid Ontario driver's licence and reliable transportation.
- Ability to travel between multiple jobsites throughout Niagara and Hamilton.
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and on active construction sites.

Certifications & Training Preference will be given to candidates with recognized training or certification in:

- Asphalt testing
- Concrete testing




- Soil compaction/density testing
- Aggregate testing
- MTO/CCIL testing programs
- Construction materials testing

What We Offer

- Competitive hourly compensation based on experience and qualifications.
- Full-time seasonal employment with an established heavy civil contractor.
- Chance to work on major MTO, municipal, road, and infrastructure projects.
- Practical field and laboratory experience.
- Training and professional development opportunities.
- Safety-focused and team-oriented work environment.
- Extended health, dental, and vision benefits, where applicable.
- Prospect to build a long-term career with an established heavy civil construction company.

Why Join Rankin Construction? At Rankin Construction, our QC team plays an important role in delivering safe, high-quality infrastructure projects. You will work alongside experienced construction professionals and gain hands-on experience with some of the most important aspects of heavy civil construction, including asphalt, concrete, aggregates, soils, compaction, and MTO quality requirements.

If you are a CET, Civil Engineering Technologist, Civil Engineering Technician, or experienced Quality Control Technician looking to build your career in heavy civil construction, we want to hear from you.

Apply today to join the Rankin Construction team.

Pay: From $39.07 per hour

Benefits

- Company events
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Vision care

Application question(s):
- • Education: CCIL Certified required. Field of study preferred: Quality Control, Materials Testing, Civil Engineering Technology, or related discipline.

Education:
- AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate (preferred)

Experience:
- QC testing of construction materials : 3 years (required)

Licence/Certification:
- MDOT Certified Aggregate Technician Certification (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Quality Control Civil Technician - Heavy Civil Construction (St. Catharines)
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