Laboratory Technician Jobs

AGAT Laboratories is a full-service laboratory with locations across Canada. We are the most diversified laboratory in Canada. Our scientists are highly-skilled and specialized in the fields of biochemistry, chemistry, microbiology, geology, engineering and other specialty services. With a broad range of staff experience and state-of-the-art instrumentation, we provide cross-analytical solutions for the Environmental, Energy, Mining, Transportation, Industrial, Agri-food and Life Sciences sectors.

Summary:

AGAT Laboratories is hiring for a Laboratory Technician, working out of our Gas and Condensate Lab in Grande Prairie, Alberta. This is a Full time Permanent position where you will be part of a small team of analysts that will require one to be adaptable and willing to assume new responsibilities and tasks as required.

Responsibilities:

• Verify and validate data.
• Prepare samples as well as perform lab technician analysis.
• Follow all SOPs and QC procedures.
• Meet quality assurance and turnaround time specifications.
• Other administrative/laboratory tasks as assigned.
• Keep accurate and up-to-date records.
• Theoretical knowledge of GC’s and chromatography/spectroscopy.
• Maintain intermediate instrumentation in optimized and calibrated condition.
• Troubleshoots instrumental problems and basic maintenance of instrumentation.
• Perform sample, reagent and calibration standard preparation.
• Report results for client samples.

Qualifications:

• B.Sc. or Technical Diploma in Chemistry/Environmental Science.
• Intermediate computer skills with experience using MS office.
• Ability to operate, troubleshoot and maintain GC equipment.
• Some lifting and carrying (up to 10kgs)
• Willing to work overtime during peak season.
• Participate in on-call for weekends and evenings, shift runs 8am to 5pm Monday to Friday.
• 2+ years laboratory work experience preferred.
• Ability to work in a team environment and mentor other technician.

Why Work for AGAT?

We offer exceptional competitive benefits package, including but not limited to:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Life Coverage
• Long Term Disability
• Extended Health Care
• Vacation and Flex/sick time
• Vision Care
• Dental Care

AGAT Laboratories would like to thank all applicants; however only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

AGAT Laboratories is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process and work environment. If you are contacted for a job opportunity, please advise the hiring manager of any accommodations that are required. Any information received relating to accommodations will be treated as confidential.

Thank you for your interest in AGAT Laboratories.

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