Construction Technician

Description:

Education

• College/CEGEP
• or equivalent experience

Experience

Work Site Environment

• Outdoors

Tasks

• Participate in field surveys, inspections or technical investigations
• Prepare construction specifications, costs and material estimates
• Prepare project schedules
• Supervise or conduct field surveys, inspections, technical investigations and testing of construction materials
• Read and interpret blueprints

Supervision

• 5-10 people

Area of Specialization

• Construction design and supervision

Transportation/Travel Information

• Valid driver's licence

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Ability to distinguish between colours
• Sound discrimination
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods

Own Tools/Equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal Suitability

• Client focus
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Organized
• Team player

Experience

• 2 years to less than 3 years

Long term benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance