Mining Laboratory Technician Calgary

3 days ago

Calgary, AB, Canada AGAT Laboratories Full-time $60,000 - $85,000 Contract

Mining laboratory work at AGAT Laboratories requires ICP-OES or ICP-MS expertise and independent instrument maintenance in Calgary. Manage analytical priorities while supporting accurate results.

As a Laboratory Technician A, you will work in AGAT Laboratories’ Mining lab under the Laboratory Manager or Lab Supervisor. The third-level position involves assessing workloads, calibrating instruments, processing samples, and maintaining laboratory records. Your work supports quality assurance through data review, method validation, and non-conformance documentation.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Prioritize sample workloads by methods, due dates, and rush assignments
  • Perform and verify instrument calibrations
  • Load batches and enter information into ICP software
  • Maintain and troubleshoot ICP-OES and ICP-MS instruments
  • Communicate delays, issues, and quality improvements promptly

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree or diploma in a related chemical field
  • Five or more years of laboratory work experience
  • At least two years working with ICP instruments
  • Experience with ICP operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting
  • Proficiency in Excel, data management, and English

Apply laboratory, ICP instrumentation, and quality assurance expertise while supporting AGAT Laboratories’ Mining lab operations in Calgary.