Employment Opportunities

We are seeking an experienced Geotechnical Engineer with proven Canadian experience to join our growing team. Almor Testing Services has been providing geotechnical engineering and materials testing services in the Calgary area for more than 50 years. We are looking ahead to coming projects and growth. 

Who we are looking for:

Our ideal candidate will come with local experience as a registered member of APEGA. That experience will be demonstrated by someone who is comfortable with being a supervising engineer for one of our CCIL certified labs and taking on responsibility for review and signing of daily materials testing reports. Your project management skills will be put to work managing and supervising geotechnical site investigations and projects through completion. Additionally, this roll involves building and maintaining relationships with current Almor clients and working to build new relationships within the industry and strong interpersonal skills are desired. We are looking for team member to join us long term as we work towards another 50 years as an independent locally owned firm. 

What we can offer:

Your team at Almor will include a small group of experienced Geotechnical Engineers who are well established at Almor. The support team includes multiple Sr. Technicians and administration members each with 20+ years of experience. We also employ a group of committed EIT's who are pursuing careers in geotechnical engineering. Seasonal Engineering co-op students make up the rest of our team and include engineering students joining us for work terms up to 16 months in duration. 

Our lab is updating and increasing its capabilities to support and grow our diverse range of client needs. Our lab also carries CCIL certifications in Aggregates, Asphalt and Concrete. Inhouse geotechnical testing includes a range of index tests, plus some advanced testing including consolidation, unconfined compression and permeability testing.

We also have exclusive use of three inhouse managed and operated geotechnical drill rigs. The fleet is made up of a truck mounted (F-550) drill and two track mounted drills (Diedrich D-50/Geoprobe) which can provide support for a variety of drilling needs.

As an experienced Geotechnical Engineer who feels we can support your practice, we are happy to discuss how we can work together and what other benefits we can offer as part of joining our team.

We are seeking to fill multiple seasonal field positions for testing asphalt, concrete and soils.

We are seeking individuals who are organized, neat and demonstrate an ability to work independently with limited supervision. The position requires daily field work on a variety or project sites withing the City of Calgary. We require individuals who are motivated to work overtime and be available on weekends for the typically 8 month position. 

Field Technicians will participate in compaction monitoring/testing during civil construction, which involves the use of a nuclear moisture/density gauge to measure the density of soils and asphalt.  Concrete testing involves slump and air tests, as well as the casting of compressive strength samples. Students will be working with clients and contractors in a QC/QA role to ensure compliance with project specifications.  This will involve following ASTM and CSA test methods, awareness of project specifications and standards, as well as record keeping and communication of results to clients, contractors, and supervisors.

There is a physical component to this work and we require team members who are capable of routinely lifting/carrying 25kg while entering and exiting construction excavations.

Use of a company vehicle is required unless the employee opts for our mileage reimbursement program and a valid Albert Class 5 license or equivalent is required.

This position is available to individuals who are currently pursuing a university engineering degree or technical college diploma. Students working in this position may ern credit as part of their co-op or internship program. Typical duration for employment is 8 months (May - December). 

 We are seeking to fill multiple seasonal laboratory positions for concrete and soils.

We are seeking individuals who are organized, neat and demonstrate an ability to work independently with limited supervision. The position requires in person attendance at our lab each day. Some overtime may be required depending on project demands/scheduling. 

Laboratory Technicians will perform ASTM and CSA test procedures, record keeping and facilities/equipment maintenance (light duty cleaning, equipment calibrations, etc.). Lab tests on soils are typically part of an overall process used to identify soil types and engineering properties, which are then used to develop project specifications or confirm compliance with specifications.  Lab work with concrete involves technical measurements, record keeping and testing of compressive strength specimens.  

Training and certifications will be provided.

This position is available to individuals who are currently pursuing a university engineering degree, technical college diploma or high school grads considering enrollment in an engineering degree or diploma program. Students working in this position may ern credit as part of their co-op or internship program.