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Laboratory Technician / Sample Coordinator
WSPBurlington, ON, Canada$50,500 - $66,8001-5 years
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The Opportunity
Build the Future with Us
Join a collaborative laboratory team where accuracy, quality, and safety drive everything we do. As a Laboratory Technician / Sample Coordinator in our Burlington, Ontario laboratory, you'll play an important role in supporting materials testing operations through concrete cylinder testing, sample coordination, and quality-focused laboratory practices. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on professional who enjoys a fast-paced environment and wants to contribute to projects that help build and maintain communities across Ontario.
Your Impact
- Perform concrete cylinder testing in accordance with applicable industry standards and laboratory procedures to support quality construction outcomes.
- Generate accurate and reliable testing data that supports engineering evaluations, project compliance, and client reporting.
- Coordinate the receiving, logging, labeling, tracking, storage, and organization of laboratory samples across multiple material types.
- Collaborate with laboratory staff, field personnel, and project teams to ensure samples are processed efficiently and priorities are met.
- Maintain laboratory equipment, calibration schedules, and housekeeping standards to support safe and effective operations.
- Support quality management initiatives, audits, and continuous improvement activities within the laboratory environment.
- Identify and communicate discrepancies, testing issues, and non-conformances to support quality and operational excellence.
- Contribute to a strong safety culture by following established health and safety procedures and promoting safe work practices.
The Skills That Set You Apart
- 1 to 5 years of experience working in a laboratory environment, ideally with concrete materials testing experience.
- Post-secondary education in Civil Engineering Technology, Construction Materials Testing, or a related discipline is considered an asset.
- Knowledge of CSA, ASTM, and other standardized laboratory testing procedures.
- CCIL Concrete Laboratory Certification is considered an asset but is not required.
- Experience managing samples, documentation, and laboratory workflow in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook, along with accurate data entry capabilities.
- Ability to safely lift, move, and organize samples weighing up to approximately 40 lbs.
- Valid driver's license considered an asset, along with a demonstrated commitment to safety, teamwork, and quality.
Why Choose WSP?
Why Choose WSP? We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. The brightest engineers, advisors and scientists from across the globe call WSP home.
• Proudly Canadian – we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026.
• A global community of brilliant minds – your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.
• Limitless opportunities start here. Whether it’s across the country or around the globe, we help you tailor your role to match your ambition — because your growth drives ours.
• Flexible work, real balance – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.
• A global community of brilliant minds – your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.
• Limitless opportunities start here. Whether it’s across the country or around the globe, we help you tailor your role to match your ambition — because your growth drives ours.
• Flexible work, real balance – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.
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Compensation
AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $50,500 - $66,800
MB & ON: $46,000 - $63,400
NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $45,600 - $60,500
MB & ON: $46,000 - $63,400
NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $45,600 - $60,500
Disclosure:
The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.
The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.
Make Your Mark
If you're passionate about laboratory operations, take pride in producing accurate results, and enjoy keeping complex workflows organized, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact. Join a team that values safety, collaboration, and continuous growth while supporting projects that shape communities across Ontario.
Apply today and bring your attention to detail, technical expertise, and commitment to quality to WSP.
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