Sample Receiving Technician Jobs in Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada
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Sample Preparation Technician - Timmins
Sample Preparation Technician - Timmins
Technician, Processing Facilities
About the role
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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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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Job ID
R38099
Job Profile
Lab Technician I
Job Country
Canada
Canada Canada Canada
About GFL Environmental Inc.
GFL Environmental is the only major diversified environmental services company in North America offering services in solid waste management, liquid waste management and soil remediation.
Through a strategically located network of facilities across Canada the United States, GFL’s dedicated, professional team of employees provides local service to more than 4 million households under municipal contracts and to more than 135,000 industrial, commercial and institutional customers.
We offer an unparalleled commitment to customer service, reliability and efficiency and maintain an unwavering focus on safety and compliance with environmental and legislative requirements.
At GFL, we believe that by providing accessible, cost-effective environmental solutions we will encourage greater environmental responsibility and allow our customers and the communities we serve to be Green For Life.
GFL Environnement est la seule grande entreprise de services environnementaux diversifiés en Amérique du Nord offrant des services de gestion des déchets solides, de gestion des déchets liquides et d'assainissement des sols.
Grâce à un réseau stratégiquement situé au Canada et aux Etats-Unis, l'équipe professionnelle et dévouée d'employés de GFL offre un service local à plus de 4 millions de foyers sous contrat municipal et à plus de 135 000 clients industriels, commerciaux et institutionnels.
Nous offrons un engagement inégalé à l'égard du service à la clientèle, de la fiabilité et de l'efficacité, et nous mettons l'accent sur la sécurité et le respect des exigences environnementales et légales.
Chez GFL, nous croyons qu'en offrant des solutions environnementales accessibles et rentables, nous encouragerons une plus grande responsabilité environnementale et nous permettrons à nos clients et aux collectivités.