Lab Technician

Job summary

The technician is responsible for the daily laboratory operations, including waste receiving, sample analysis using various instrumentation, and maintaining accurate production records. They also assist with facility housekeeping, troubleshooting laboratory equipment, and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations.

Job details

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 #GFLTALEN We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. GFL is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, please contact myworkdayrecruitment@gflenv.com Please note that GFL does not provide visa sponsorship for this position. Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located is required. Successful candidates will be required to provide valid documentation confirming their eligibility to work in the country where the job is located prior to their start date. This hiring process may utilize machine-based systems to assist in screening and assessing applicants. Final selection decisions are made by our recruitment team.

What you’ll do

The technician is responsible for the daily laboratory operations, including waste receiving, sample analysis using various instrumentation, and maintaining accurate production records. They also assist with facility housekeeping, troubleshooting laboratory equipment, and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a diploma in Environmental or Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field. Strong computer skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a team environment are required.

Listed skills

• MS-Office · Preferred
• Safety Compliance · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Teamwork · Preferred
• Multi-Tasking · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Laboratory analysis
• ICP
• GC
• Oxygen bomb calorimeter
• Sample preparation
• Waste management
• Data documentation
• Instrumentation troubleshooting
• MS Office
• Analytical reporting
• Safety compliance
• Communication
• Organizational skills
• Teamwork
• Multi-tasking
• Laboratory Experience
• Sample Preparation
• Laboratory Instrumentation
• Microsoft Windows
• Chemistry
• Calibration
• Calorimetry
• Chemical Engineering
• Housekeeping
• Computer Literacy
• Instrumentation
• Interpersonal Communications
• Multitasking
• Operations Management
• Operations
• Purchasing
• Sample Analysis
• Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
• Detail Oriented

Job areas

• Science & Research
• Environmental & Sustainability
• Manufacturing
• Engineering
• Laboratory Technician
• Laboratory Technician (General)
• Medical and Pathology Laboratory Technicians
• Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technicians
• Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians

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