Geotechnical Instrumentation Co-op

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Stantec is currently searching for an in-field Geotechnical Instrumentation Automation Co-op on a term basis, to join our mining team reporting out of Western Canada. This is a non-exempt position; overtime hours worked will be remunerated based on provincial employment regulations.

Under the supervision of Technical Lead, the Instrumentation Automation Co-op is responsible for completing operations maintenance, assembly, programing and installation of geotechnical and hydrogeologic automated stations.

This is a field position with work schedules based on project specific requirements and may require rotations of 12-hour shifts (day) working 14 days on and 14 days off with travel to remote field locations. Travel costs incurred while travelling to and from the project site will only be covered from approved locations (Calgary and Edmonton).

• Participating in and following Stantec and Client site-specific Health Safety Environment (HSE) policies and procedures with the goal of achieving zero workplace incidents and promotion of a safe work environment for all.
• Commissioning telemetry enabled automated data acquisition systems for geotechnical and hydrogeological monitoring programs including integrating sensors with data loggers and building out connectivity networks.
• Maintaining geotechnical and hydrogeological monitoring programs by troubleshooting and diagnosing issues and completing service and calibration work.
• Programming, installing and downloading information from data loggers
• Taking readings from vibrating wire piezometers, pressure transducers, standpipes, slope inclinometers, in-place inclinometers and SAAs
• Performing maintenance and troubleshooting on automated data acquisition systems
• Performing Quality Control (QC) of readings, data entry, outputs and determine if instrument readings are of good quality.
• Documentation of installation and configuration details.
• Entering, maintaining, and updating instrumentation data files and drawings as directed by the client
• Commissioning/initializing, extend, lower, aid in trenching, and otherwise modify geotechnical and/or hydrogeological instruments and monitoring wells.
• Assisting and performing proper decommissioning/abandonment of geotechnical instruments and hydrogeological wells.
• Demonstrating proficiency in the competencies outlined in the applicable Core Competency Profile.
• Operating light vehicles (4x4 pickups) and/or all-terrain vehicles to gain access to instruments located in potentially remote areas.
• Identifying and engaging with key stakeholders to gather information and background.