Laboratory Analyst (Asbestos)

Mississauga, ON
On-site
Posted Jul 23, 2026
1 position

$21 / hour

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Entry, Junior · 0+ years
Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

Perform preparation and analysis of bulk and solid materials for asbestos content using PLM, PCM, and TEM. Generate analytical reports, maintain laboratory equipment, and perform quality control procedures.

Job details

Job DetailsJob Location: Mississauga, ON L4T 1G3Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $21.00 HourlyEMSL Canada is seeking a Laboratory Analyst (Asbestos) in Mississauga, ON. No laboratory experience is required, just a desire to learn technical skills and become proficient in common laboratory practices and procedures. On-the-job training will be provided for all new employees. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Preparation and analysis of bulk and solid materials for asbestos content using PLM (Polarized Light Microscopy), PCM (Phase Contrast Microscopy), and/or TEM (Transmission Electron Microscopy), and all ancillary quality control procedures Determination of visual percentage and optical properties of asbestos and non-asbestos material Clean, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment as needed Generate analytical reports and enter data into LIMS system Perform quality control practices per company Quality Assurance/Quality Control manual Administrative duties including sample login and data entry, scanning and emailing reports and answering phones Other responsibilities as deemed necessary by the manager QualificationsRequirements: 2 year Diploma in Geology or related science is required Authorization to work in Canada indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship Light microscopy, optical mineralogy/petrographic microscope training preferred Some Laboratory experience either in academic or commercial setting 0 to 1 years’ experience performing asbestos PLM/TEM/PCM analysis Ability to distinguish colors in order to perform analysis Ability to work independently and as a part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability and a positive attitude Effective time management, organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task and prioritize with minimal assistance Ability to travel for training to another EMSL location either to U.S. and/or Canada Available Shift: Position is full-time, Monday to Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Mississauga, ON are encouraged to apply. EMSL Canada offers supplemental benefits and paid time off. The pay rate for this position is $21.00 per hour. EMSL does not utilize AI tools in any way in its hiring process. To find out more about EMSL Canada please visit our website at: www.emslcanada.ca/ EMSL Canada is an equal opportunity employer

What you’ll do

Requirements

A Bachelor's degree in Geology or a related science is required, along with authorization to work in Canada. No prior laboratory experience is required as on-the-job training is provided.