TheChemical Technicianis a multidisciplinary member within theTomlinson Industrial Waste Division. An ideal Chemical Technician is a team member who must complete work activities under minimal supervision.

Job Location**:**5555 Power Road, Ottawa ON

Hours**:**6:00 a.m. – 3.00 p.m.

Vacancy Type**:**Replacement

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES****DUTIES

Safety

• Promote a safe work culture and is accountable for the safety of the crew as they work around chemical waste. They must understand the responsibilities of their role; ensuring that proper PPE is used to complete the assigned task(s).

• • Knowing, understanding and complying with various safety regulations (Occupational Health and Safety Act) and Company safety policies and procedures
• • Actively participate in daily safety tailgate meetings
• • Conduct daily checks of stored waste at the end of shift
• • Know how to follow the contingency plan in the case of an emergency

• Waste Identification & Packaging: Identify, segregate, classify, consolidate, package, and label hazardous and non‑hazardous materials in compliance with legislation.

• Transportation & Safety Compliance: Load, secure, and transport materials; perform vehicle inspections; and follow all safe work practices and regulatory requirements.

• Documentation & Customer Service: Accurately complete manifests and waste paperwork while ensuring customer needs are met regarding hazardous waste disposal.

• Other duties, as assigned:

• • Processing, treatment and disposal of Lab-Pack waste,
• • Collecting samples from incoming waste containers,
• • Collecting samples of various tanks on site,
• • Environmental Testing of samples in the laboratory,
• • Bench testing of samples,
• • Act as a first responder for incoming spill calls,
• • Be part of the spill response team,
• • Provide technical advice to team members,

• Other duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Frequent physical work

• Exposure to the elements – summer heat, rain, cold, etc.

• Long hours may occasionally be required, evening and weekend work

• Be part of the On-Call Rotation team.

EXPERIENCE

• University degree or College diploma in Chemistry or Environmental Sciences

• • OR in the absence of a degree or a diploma have a combination of relative education and experience with chemical work in in the industrial/hazardous waste industry;
• • OR a minimum 3 year similar chemical work experience within industrial/hazardous waste industry.

• Must have class G license with a clean abstract and reliable transportation.

• Eligibility to get a Reliability level security clearance (5 years of verifiable history)

• Knowledge of Ontario Environmental Regulations (Reg 347) and usage of RPRA database would be an asset,

• Knowledge in TDGA would be an asset,

• NFPA 472 or HAZWOPER would be an asset.

COMPENSATION INFORMATION

The expected wage for this position is $28 - $30 per hour. Placement within the range is dependent on a variety of factors including qualifications and experience.

TOMLINSON OFFERS:

• Competitive wages

• Bonus programs

• Employer paid health and dental benefits

• Extensive training programs and tuition reimbursement

• Retirement benefits program

• Family-oriented team environment

• Employee discounts and other rewards program

The Tomlinson Group of Companies encourages applications from all qualified candidates. Please contact Human Resources if you need accommodation at any stage of the application process or want more information on our accommodation policies. We are committed to leveraging the latest technology to enhance our recruitment process. We may use AI tools in the screening and selection of candidates to efficiently and fairly assess all applicants. A Recruiter will review all results generated by AI. If you have any questions please contact our HR department.