The Opportunity

Metro Testing + Engineering Ltd is hiring an Administrative Assistant to support our Surrey operations and testing department.

The person will be working on site at our Surrey Office and will report to the Operations Manager.

What you will get: 

• $20/hr to start
• Full time 40 hours work week
• Benefits after 3 months
• 2 weeks vacation
• Ongoing training and support

What you will be doing:

• Perform general administrative tasks including data entry, filing, and document management
• Manage front desk activities such as greeting visitors and answering incoming calls with professionalism and phone etiquette
• Assist with customer support by addressing inquiries and providing information about our services
• Coordinate with various departments to ensure smooth office operations
• Maintain office supplies inventory and place orders when necessary
• Dispatching testing technicians to the job sites
• Assist in managing phone systems to ensure efficient communication within the organization 

What you need to have:

• Previous experience in customer service or admin support
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Excellent phone etiquette skills with a customer service-oriented approach
• Ability to multitask, prioritize tasks, and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with phone systems and handling customer inquiries is a plus

We are hiring experienced Materials Testing Technicians for a project in Northern BC.   The work schedule is 15 days in and 13 days off.  The project is scheduled to start the second week of April and finish in late October with possibility of the contract extension. 

What you will be doing

• Carry out routine maintenance and calibration of equipment and apparatus
• Provide supervisor/manager with updates on workstation status including advance notification of any delays
• Review workload summary reports to plan and organize daily work
• Perform sample preparation and procedures prior to analysis as described in the test methods and reviews daily workload to accommodate daily rushes
• Interpret data, calculate final results and enter data into LIMS Identify any non-routine samples and seek guidance on procedures for handling
• Meet quality and TAT specifications required by the client and ensure samples are analyzed within time requirements
• Identify and communicate procedural non conformances to Supervisor
• Other duties as required

What you will be getting

• $25-35/hr depends on experience
• 12 hours days with Overtime
• Pick up from designated hubs in Western Canada

Who we are looking for

• Experienced with testing concrete and Aggregate
• Experienced with working in FIFO rotation is an asset
• Post secondary education in civil engineering is an asset

With your university degree in Civil Engineering degree and your EIT designation, have you thought about a career in QC/QA/Inspection? Metro Testing + Engineering Ltd. may have a position for you.

As our new EIT, you will be working with our materials engineering team in Burnaby. You will be travelling to do field inspections and learn from the senior engineers.  You will be preparing reports and memos.

Who we are

Metro Testing + Engineering is the largest material testing company in Western Canada with 13 offices and 240 employees. Everyday since 1987, our technicians are busy at our labs and on the road conducting testing of concrete, soil, and asphalt for our customers in the construction industry. We completed over 300,000 projects and many of them are high profile and long-term projects. None of these projects will be possible without the contributions from our dedicated team of engineers, geoscientists, technicians, technologists, and supporting staff.

What you will be doing

• Regular site visits with the Engineer or testing technicians
• Quality control testing and monitoring of concrete, shotcrete and post-tensioned concrete construction
• Floor flatness testing
• Non-destructive testing of concrete components on site
• Load testing of structural components on site
• Condition evaluation of structures and structural components
• Specialty testing in the laboratory, and data analysis, for cementitious materials, fibre concretes, fibre composites, building components

What we offer

• Depend on experience, starting wage is $28/hr
• Extended benefits including dental, vision, extended health care after 3 months
• RRSP
• Vehicle Allowance and company cell phone
• A supportive, fun environment full of opportunities for professional growth and development
• Our company values teamwork, integrity, mentorship, and a commitment to delivering exceptional service with the mindset of putting people first
• Onsite Gym

Who you are

• Registered (or eligible to register) as an EIT with EGBC
• Previous experience with concrete design and materials testing is an asset
• Excellent communication skills
• Valid driver’s licence (Class 5 or 7) and use of a personal vehicle

More about us

Metro Testing + Engineering Ltd. is a multi-cultural and diverse organization with employees from around the globe; our commitment to building an extraordinary team has no borders. There are 15 different languages spoken in our corporate office and flagship firm alone. Foreign educated workers hold positions at every level of our company, ranging from entry level technicians, engineers, administrators to branch managers and principal owners.

We are strong believers in global community and accountability.

Metro Testing + Engineering is expanding to Alberta! We are bringing our medical gas inspection services to Alberta, and we are looking to partner with an experienced Field Medical Gas Inspector. This is a contract position and will require regular travel within Alberta.

What you will be doing:

• Inspect medical gas system at medical facilities across Alberta
• Testing medical gas pipeline systems and inspection preparations.
• Testing, Inspect, and certify non-flammable medical gas piping systems.
• Prepare inspection reports.
• Coordinates testing and scheduling requirements.
• Conducts field tests and samples compressed respirable air systems.

Why should you work with us:

• Working with one of the busiest quality assurance companies in Western Canada

Who we are looking for:

• Experience in working as medical gas inspector
• Valid driver’s license
• Willingness to travel
• Physically fit and can lift up to 22KG or 50 lbs.
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Good work ethics

If this sounds like you, please send your resume to us!

The opportunity

You have experience in consulting and advising your clients in their development projects. You worked hard to get to where you are. Along the way, you have visions and ideas on what you want to do when given a chance to run your Environmental Consulting practise. We invite you to  share your visions and ideas with us, we are ready to listen. We are hiring someone like you to lead our Environmental Consulting Division as the Environmental Manager. Let us help you to turn your visions and ideas into plans.

This is an on-site position, and our office is in Burnaby’s Cariboo area.  The position reports to the CEO.

Who We are

Metro Testing + Engineering Inc is one of the largest independent construction materials testing companies in BC and we also providing contaminated sites assessment and remediation services to out clients.

Our environment division consists of a group of dedicated engineers, biologists, scientists and technicians.  They helped clients with their monitoring and risk assessment needs.  We are very proud of their accomplishments over the years.

What you will be doing

• Providing leadership to a team of passionate and enthusiastic engineers, biologist, scientist, and technicians.
• Grow and expand the Environmental division in Burnaby with planned expansions to Fort St. John and Abbotsford in 2025/2026.
• Responsible for meeting the financial objectives and be profitable
• Collaborate with the business development team to develop and manage a client portfolio.
• Manage environmental projects, covering all aspects of planning, execution, and closure, with a focus on project planning & scheduling, status reporting, issue identification & resolution, risk management, change management, scope management, and budget tracking and forecasting.
• Preparing and reviewing reports for due diligence investigations, and submissions to the BC Ministry of Environment & Climate Change Strategy

Who you are

• An Environmental Engineering professional with experience in providing leadership to an Environmental Consulting business and consistently delivering projects on time and within budget
• Professional Designation as a Professional Engineer or Geoscientists (P.Eng. or P.Geol or P.Geo.). or Professional Agrologist (P.Ag)
• Contaminated Sites Approved Professional (CSAP) Designation will be an asset.
• Experienced in providing mentorship to engineers/EITs, scientists and technicians
• Experienced with developing and growing  business relationships with prospects and clients
• Strong communication and writing skills.
• Valid driver’s license

What we are offering

• Salary range between $135K – 150K + bonus
• Benefit Package including RRSP, extended health care and vision
• Up to 4 weeks of paid vacation

The Opportunity

Metro Testing + Engineering Ltd is currently seeking a dynamic individual to join our Terrace office as an Administrative Assistant. As a crucial member of our team, you’ll play a pivotal role in providing reception and administrative support to our dedicated branch staff.

This is a full-time position, and the person reports to the Operations Manager.

What you will be doing:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for all incoming phone calls, ensuring seamless redirection to the appropriate personnel.
• Greet Clients in a professional manner.
• Provide comprehensive administrative support and contributing to the smooth operation of our office.
• File vehicle maintenance records and schedule for appointments.
• Administration of the branch’s health and safety program.
• Maintain optimal inventory levels for office and coffee room supplies.
• Data entry in engineering specific software.

What you will get:

• Hourly wage starts at $20 – 25
• 2 weeks of paid holiday (4% of wage)
• Benefits start after 3 months

Who we are looking for:

• Experience with alpha numeric data entry
• Experience in MS Office Suite
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize work
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment

With over 20 years of experience providing geotechnical engineering services and materials testing and to construction in Fort St John, Metro Testing + Engineering is looking to include the Oil + Gas industry in our service portfolio. We are looking to grow our Geotechnical Team and hiring an experienced engineer to work as the Team Lead in Fort St. John.

In addition to providing technical leadership to the team, the Team Lead will also grow the team through business development. The person will also be travelling to out of town for conferences and business meetings.

Project types and Engineering challenges:

• Primary soils in the region are Glacial in nature with glacial till and glacial lacustrine clays common in the area.
• Projects currently range from construction, pipelines, oilfield laydown, municipal infrastructure, transportation, slope stability, and the door is open to diversifying our work.

What you will get:

• Salary range of $120-150k, potential to be higher with the right candidate
• 3 weeks of paid holiday
• Extended Health Benefits
• Relocation allowance available
• Partnership opportunities are available after two years at the company.
• Profit sharing is currently based on regional/departmental success.

What you will be doing:

• Provide technical expertise and act as a technical advisor to Metro’s project teams as well as directly with clients.
• Proactive business development in the Oil & Gas Industry. Must be able to grow the geotechnical department and bring in new clients.
• Contribute to the development of proposals and participate in the process to acquire new businesses or to expand the scope of existing projects.
• Coordinate and manage profitable projects with respect to time, budget and scope.
• Conduct geotechnical field investigations and monitoring of construction activities.
• Travelling to worksites and business development meetings across northern BC and Alberta.
• Mentorship and development of team

Who we are looking for:

• Experience with the Oil & Gas and Energy Industry
• Eligible for registration as a Professional Engineer with EGBC.
• 10 or more years of Geotechnical Engineer experience
• 5 or more years of project management experience as a P.Eng.
• Experience in business development
• Experience with preparing and reviewing proposals.
• Experience with civil and geotechnical design software such as gINT, AutoCAD, and Slide

Metro Testing + Engineering is one the largest construction material testing company in Western Canada with 10 offices and over 250 employees. For over 35 years. our technicians are busy with testing concrete, soil, aggregate and asphalt for our customers in the construction industry. We completed over 300,000 projects and many of them are high profile and long-term projects. None of these projects will be possible without the contributions from our dedicated team of engineers, geoscientists, technicians, technologists, and supporting staff.

We are hiring Field Materials Testing Technicians for our offices in Abbotsford, Burnaby, and Surrey.  These are full time permanent positions with over time during our peak season.

What you will be doing:

• Travelling to job sites in the assigned territory
• Recording and reporting results
• Troubleshooting real time compliance issues in the field and monitoring non-compliance protocols
• Build relationship with site personnel to generate leads for new businesses

What you will get:

• Comprehensive training on safety and testing methods
• Pay range is $21-23/hr with extended benefits after 3 months
• PPE with an allowance for safety boots
• Car allowance for work related travel
• Company cell phone
• Over time work (usually between March and October)
• Promotion opportunity to other departments
• A supportive and an environment full of opportunities for professional growth and development
• Our company values teamwork, integrity, mentorship, and a commitment to delivering exceptional service with the mindset of putting people first

What you will need to have:

• Valid driver’s license and access to a personal vehicle
• Previous Customer Service Experience
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to lift and control weights up to 23 kilos / 50 lbs.
• Good work ethics

What will give you bonus points:

• Knowledge or previous experience in construction materials testing
• Construction experience
• Graduate of a Civil Engineering Diploma program
• Desire to start a career in construction materials testing

More about us

Metro Testing + Engineering is a multi-cultural and diverse organization with employees from around the globe; our commitment to building an extraordinary team has no borders. There are 15 different languages spoken in our corporate office and flagship firm alone. Foreign educated workers hold positions at every level of our company, ranging from entry level technicians, engineers, administrators to branch managers and principal owners

The Opportunity

Metro Testing + Engineering is hiring experienced materials testing technicians for our Prince Rupert office.  You will be part of a team of team of technicians to help our clients to ensure their materials met the specifications.  We are looking for technicians with experience in testing concrete and aggregate.

What you will be doing

• Travelling to job sites in the assigned territory
• Recording and reporting results
• Troubleshooting real time compliance issues in the field and monitoring non-compliance protocols
• Build relationships with site personnel to generate leads for new businesses

What you will get

• Pay range is $25-35/hr with extended benefits after 3 months
• PPE with an allowance for safety boots
• Company cell phone
• Over time work (usually between March and October)
• A supportive and an environment full of opportunities for professional growth and development
• Our company values teamwork, integrity, mentorship, and a commitment to delivering exceptional service with the mindset of putting people first

What you will need to have

• Valid driver’s license
• Previous experience in testing concrete and aggregate
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to lift and control weights up to 23 kilos / 50 lbs.
• Civil Engineering education is an asset
• Good work ethics

More about us

Metro Testing + Engineering is a multi-cultural and diverse organization with employees from around the globe; our commitment to building an extraordinary team has no borders. There are 15 different languages spoken in our corporate office and flagship firm alone. Foreign educated workers hold positions at every level of our company, ranging from entry level technicians, engineers, administrators to branch managers and principal owners

Metro Testing + Engineering Ltd is pleased to announce the new appointment by the Canadian Council of Independent Laboratories / Conseil canadien des laboratoires independants (CCIL) of Cengiz Guldemet to their Board of Directors, holding the position as Director of the Geotechnical/Construction Materials Division.

The CCIL is a federally incorporated, non-profit organization that represents the independent, private-sector testing laboratories in Canada. They administer laboratory and technician certification programs for the testing of various construction materials (asphalt, aggregates, and concrete) and support a national and international accreditation system for environmental/life sciences laboratories.

With over 29 years of experience in the materials consulting, construction testing and concrete ready-mix industry, Cengiz has developed skills as both a senior technician and as a materials engineer. While also serving as a Board member, he is currently serving on CCIL’s regional committee in British Columbia and urges others in the industry to get involved.  “Being a member of CCIL allows you stay on top of the important issues,” says Cengiz. “One thing I would like to focus on as a new Board member is enhancing training for field technicians.”

We congratulate Cengiz for this achievement and his commitment to the industry.