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Technologists, technicians and technical specialists achieve professional recognition through the Applied Science Technologists and Technicians of BC (ASTTBC). The eighth largest self-regulating association in BC, ASTTBC has registered 10,000 Technology Professionals.
Technologists, technicians and technical specialists work in applied science technology fields such as architecture, bio-medical engineering, building, civil, electrical, electronics, environmental, fire protection, house inspection, information, mechanical, onsite wastewater and other related disciplines tied to the built and natural environment.
These Technology Professionals design, construct, inspect, test, maintain and manage most of the world around us including buildings, computers, electrical power, all manner of equipment, roads, environment, and water and wastewater systems. They work in private enterprise, for consulting engineering and technology companies, in all levels of government and as private consultants.
Technology Professionals enjoy stimulating and rewarding careers often involving a combination of inside work including design and project management as well as on-site field work. They are in high demand, even when the economy is slow. Technology Professionals' compensation varies, ranging from salaries of $60,000 to $125,000 and more, plus benefits. There are great opportunities for under-represented groups including women (currently 10% of the technology work force) and First Nations.
British Columbia conferred the status of a self-governing professional association on its technologists and technicians when the legislature passed the ASTT Act in 1985. The Act signaled a fundamental step on the journey from society initially formed in 1958 by a few visionaries to the fully-fledged professional association that is the Applied Science Technologists and Technicians of BC. In 2010, the 25th anniversary of the ASTT Act, ASTTBC registered more than 9,500 technologists, technicians and technical specialists working in the vanguard of technology in all corners of BC. As of the 2013 Annual General Meeting this May, our active membership will number more than 10,000.
Asbestos is the leading cause of work-related deaths in Canada. Prior to 1990, asbestos can be found in over 3000 common building materials used in your home. The safe removal and disposal of asbestos-containing materials begins with homeowners. For example, a textured ceiling is considered to be suspect for containing...
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The 2017 Trenchless Technology Road Show takes place September 25-27 in Richmond, BC. Plan to attend the largest trenchless technology conference and trade show in Canada. If you’re responsible for the design, construction and/or maintenance of underground infrastructure, this conference is a must! Attend and receive: 2-days of technical sessions presented...
On June 13th, the BC Economic Development Association (BCEDA) announced the winners of the 2017 BC Economic Development Awards at the BC Economic Summit Awards Banquet. John Leech, AScT, ASTTBC CEO was awarded the BCEDA Chairman’s Award. The Chairman’s Award is presented annually by the Chair of BCEDA to an...
Ian (centre in photo) attended the ASTTBC AGM and, during his interaction with incoming President Trent Reid, spoke highly of his registration with ASTTBC and of his membership with the Alberta counterpart, ASET. Ian joined ASET when he started work in the Alberta oil patch and in 1995 when he...
Wood WORKS! BC just released Mid-Rise 2.0 – Innovative Approaches to Mid-Rise Wood Frame Construction. Traditional wood frame construction techniques and project delivery methods have been modified or adapted to achieve greater efficiency, economy and performance. This case study looks at three different projects that are similar in that they are all mid-rise...
