Laboratory Assistant

Job summary

Conduct laboratory analyses of construction materials in accordance with applicable testing standards, and support technicians with testing and manual tasks. Maintain laboratory spaces and equipment, handle materials safely, follow quality and safety procedures, and communicate observations or concerns to the team.

Job details

Laboratory Assistant – Construction Materials Testing Location: Saint-Laurent, Quebec, Canada Job Type: Full-time Language: French required; English is an asset Role Overview An opportunity is available for a hands-on Laboratory Assistant to support laboratory technicians with testing and handling construction materials, including cement, concrete and mortar. The role combines basic laboratory testing, equipment maintenance, materials handling and laboratory organisation, with opportunities to develop skills and progress into a Laboratory Technician position. Key Responsibilities Perform laboratory analyses in accordance with applicable ASTM, AASHTO, CSA and other testing standards. Support chemical, concrete and mortar laboratory technicians with testing and manual tasks. Maintain organised laboratory and warehouse spaces. Operate laboratory equipment and basic testing tools safely. Assist with equipment maintenance, inspections and follow-up. Follow laboratory quality assurance procedures and testing protocols. Handle chemicals and materials safely while minimising environmental impact. Follow health, safety and environmental policies and promote safe working practices. Communicate project observations, equipment concerns and safety issues to the laboratory team and supervisor. Support general materials handling and other laboratory duties as required. Requirements High school diploma and relevant work experience. Strong analytical skills, sound judgement and attention to detail. Good manual dexterity and the ability to handle materials and basic laboratory equipment. Interest in laboratory work and indoor manual tasks. Willingness to learn laboratory testing procedures on the job. Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a team. Organised, adaptable, reliable and proactive approach. Ability to communicate verbally in French; English is an asset. Forklift operator certification is an advantage. Willingness to follow all safety procedures and use required personal protective equipment, including respiratory protection where applicable. Benefits Flexible health and dental coverage for employees and dependants. Pension plan and access to voluntary RRSP and TFSA programmes. Employee and Family Assistance Programme. Mental health and wellbeing support. Training, online learning and financial education assistance. Opportunities for career development and progression into a Laboratory Technician role. Parental support benefits, service recognition awards and employee discounts. Company-provided personal protective equipment.

What you’ll do

Conduct laboratory analyses of construction materials in accordance with applicable testing standards, and support technicians with testing and manual tasks. Maintain laboratory spaces and equipment, handle materials safely, follow quality and safety procedures, and communicate observations or concerns to the team.

Requirements

A high school diploma and relevant work experience are required, along with analytical ability, attention to detail, manual dexterity, and an interest in laboratory work. Candidates should communicate verbally in French, be willing to learn testing procedures, work independently and as part of a team, and follow safety requirements; forklift certification is an advantage.

Benefits

• Flexible Health And Dental Coverage
• Pension Plan
• Voluntary RRSP And TFSA Programmes
• Employee And Family Assistance Programme
• Mental Health And Wellbeing Support
• Training And Online Learning
• Financial Education Assistance
• Career Development Opportunities
• Parental Support Benefits
• Service Recognition Awards
• Employee Discounts
• Company-Provided Personal Protective Equipment

Listed skills

• Quality assurance · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Forklift operation · Preferred
• Manual dexterity · Preferred
• Materials handling · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Laboratory Testing
• Construction Materials Testing
• ASTM Standards
• AASHTO Standards
• CSA Standards
• Equipment Maintenance
• Quality Assurance
• Chemical Handling
• Materials Handling
• Health And Safety
• Environmental Practices
• Analytical Skills
• Attention To Detail
• Manual Dexterity
• French Communication
• Forklift Operation

Job areas

• Science & Research
• Construction
• Engineering
• Environmental & Sustainability
• Security & Safety

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