Gecan Laboratory Technician

Subsidiary: Colas Western Canada Inc.

Canadian Road Builders a Western Canadian road construction company. The CRB Group of divisions are dedicated to providing our clients with innovative and environmentally responsible solutions for building, maintaining, and preserving today’s infrastructure while upholding the highest ethical standards in all we do. We offer opportunities for qualified people who want to grow in our high-performance organization including competitive salary and benefits package, along with in-house training, an incredible work environment, and career advancement opportunities.

**Job Summary**:
Carries out tests as part of laboratory or job studies or in the industry in accordance with the defined test program.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Conduct QA/QC testing on liquid asphalt samples
- Run the tests according to the standard methods used in the industry
- Read and follow standardized methods
- Collect samples
- Check the calibration of laboratory instruments
- Maintain equipment and facilities
- Analyze the results of the samples
- Ensure compliance with regulations on safety and the environment
- Perform other related duties as required

**Qualifications**:
**Education, Training, Diplomas and Certifications**
- Students currently enrolled in Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Tech program, or any science programs will be considered
- Strong computer knowledge (Ex: Microsoft Office - Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Access)
- Must possess a valid class 5 driver's license and current drivers abstract (Must have own vehicle to get to and from work)

**Work Experience**
- Work experience in a laboratory environment or school laboratory experience is considered an asset
- Experience in safety regulation (CSTS, Dangerous goods, etc.)

**Soft Skills**:

- Good communication skills and attention to detail
- Work independently as well as part of a team
- Good attention to detail with the ability to recognize discrepancies
- Reliability and punctuality is required
- Ability to follow directions and to respect processes
- Necessary to stay alert for long periods of time

**Working Conditions**
- Use of personal protection equipment is required
- Must comply with the company's drug and alcohol policy
- Must be able to meet all safety requirement
- Ability to work with hot/ odorous/ sticky materials and chemicals

**Disclaimer**:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

CRB offers competitive salary and benefits packages, along with in-house training, an incredible work environment, and career advancement opportunities.

Must be able to meet all safety requirements including pre-employment fit and drug/alcohol testing.

**Please submit your resumes to our HR Department by replying to this ad.**

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.