Alliance Source Testing is a service company that provide air sampling from

industrial smokestacks. The Equipment Specialist is a vital part of the stack testing operations of each office. A self-starter who will work under the guidance of the Operations Manager and Project Management team. This position supports field work activities by ensuring that equipment is maintained to the standards of Alliance Source Testing. The Equipment Specialist will support an office with up to at least 10 field personnel and will play a key role in maximizing efficiency of the field staff.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Repair, cleaning and organization of various test equipment as well as the warehouse/office facilities

• Electrical and Mechanical repair of sampling equipment

• Performing maintenance on sampling equipment

• Calibration of sampling equipment following Standard Operating Procedures

• Cleaning and preparation of sampling equipment (pre/post field work)

• Cleaning, restocking and organizing standard equipment load-out on mobile laboratories

• Maintaining the supply room and calibration gas inventory

• Facility maintenance

• Occasional transport of samples to various laboratories and test equipment to other AST offices

• Tracking vehicle and trailer service intervals and making sure maintenance is performed on schedule

• Assist in loading equipment for field projects

• Maintain Positive Attitude with ability to work well in groups

• travel (up to 25%) 

• Flexibility: Must be available to work 40+ hour weeks as well as some nights and weekends

• Ability to submit timesheets and expense reports on time

• Safety and DOT Compliance

  • Adheres to Health and Safety Program Manual
  • Follow all DOT requirements
  • Proper use of Electronic Logging Device (ELD)
  • Demonstrates ability to work safely in office
  • Demonstrates ability to work safely in field

• Conduct on-site field-testing assistance in a limited capacity

• Equipment and mobile lab cleaning

• Assist in equipment mobilizations and demobilizations

• Follow current standards, codes and procedures regarding safe and effective use of equipment, maintenance programs and other policies

• Ensure the company is represented in a professional manner while at customer sites and in the office

• Follow all test methods, procedures, and processes as trained to do so for quality source testing

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

• Basic vehicle maintenance knowledge.
• Strong electrical and mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to drive a pickup truck and pull and enclosed trailer.
• Must adhere to all company driving policies.
• Must adhere to all company safety policies.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to climb a ladder.
• Willing to work some overtime and occasional weekends.
• Basic vehicle maintenance knowledge.
• Good communicator – both verbally and written.
• Able to multi-task and prioritize.
• Able to work alone with little supervision and as part of a team.
• Ability to use basic office equipment: scanner, copier, PC.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel a plus.

Minimum Requirements

Education  AS or BS degree preferred (Science and Engineering related fields

ideal)

Experience Previous stack testing experience is preferred. Use of MS Office

(Word, Excel, Outlook), Adobe Products and tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity. Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude with sound knowledge of how things work. Basic vehicle maintenance with ability to drive a pickup truck and pull a mobile laboratory trailer. Use of basic office equipment: scanner, copier, PC, etc.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities - Good written and vocal communication skills

(Internally and with Clients and Regulators) with professional appearance and behavior. Maintain positive attitude with ability to multi-task and work well in groups or as part of a team. Ability to work safely in a work and office environment, operate an Aerial Lift from the platform or deck and willingness to work at elevated heights on stack platforms up to 300 feet.

Certifications - Valid driver's license

Physical Requirements - Consistent standing or walking, bending, crouching or

stooping, climbing ladders and/or stairs, frequent lifting of objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Distinguish between shades of color.

Employee Benefits

• Participation in our Profit Sharing annually
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Medical – Dental – Vision Insurance
• Disability & Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• RRSP w/ Competitive Match
• Employee Assistance Program

Equal Opportunity Commitment

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible, and equitable workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, place of origin, race, color, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed (religion), sex (including pregnancy and breastfeeding), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status (including single status), family status, disability, or any other characteristic protected under the applicable human rights legislation and other applicable Canadian laws. We are also committed to meeting the accessibility needs of individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable accessibility and human rights legislation. Reasonable accommodation is available upon request during the hiring process.

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