Lab Technician

Under general direction from the Operations Manager or their designate, the Technician is responsible for the laboratory aspects of the day-to-day operations with respect to waste receiving, handling, processing and disposal.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and clean glassware required for sample analysis
• Perform routine calibration, sample preparation and analyses employing ICP, GC, Oxygen Bomb Calorimeter and other instrumentation
• Report analytical results and coordinate with production personnel
• Maintain accurate analysis, maintenance, and production records
• Complete documentation associated with the applicable provincial and federal regulations and legislation governing the control of and declarations related to incoming and outgoing waste
• Trouble shoot issues with the laboratory instrumentation
• Assist other facility operators as needed
• Assist with the classification of waste materials
• Perform general laboratory and facility housekeeping duties
• Assist with discrepancies of incoming and outgoing materials
• Complete certificates of disposal and summaries of analyses as required
• Review analytical reports and ensure that outgoing materials meet disposal site parameters
• Prepare weekly reports summarizing laboratory work volumes and results
• Monitor laboratory supplies and direct re-supply requests through the assigned internal purchasing personnel
• Update status of job processes in the internal database
• Troubleshooting and resolving problems and helping with special projects
• Performs additional duties as assigned by supervisor

Knowledge, Skills, And Key Competencies

• Environmental or Chemical Engineering Technician or Technologist, Chemistry or related Diploma
• Previous laboratory experience is an asset
• Competent computer skills (MS Windows and Office)
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Must be motivated, able to multi-task, and work effectively in a team environment
• Must be safety conscious and detail oriented
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to follow procedures and work with minimal supervision
• Willing to work overtime, alternate shifts and weekends

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