Environmental Laboratory Technician

Job Summary

The Environmental Laboratory Technician will perform sampling, extraction, analysis, monitoring, auditing, and reporting duties to support the EHS department in achieving their goals and objectives and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).

Key Responsibilities:

• Performing sample collection, preparation, extraction, and analysis according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and permitting requirements while achieving integrity of the results and target KPIs.
• Maintaining workspace, equipment, instrumentation, and incoming/outgoing sample inventory.
• Developing and enhancing effective troubleshooting skills and completing regular instrument maintenance and calibration procedures to enhance equipment reliability, efficiency, and accuracy.
• Becoming efficient in the performance of testing, analysis, and reporting within the department which maintains a broad scope of analytical capabilities.
• Performing method development and validation.
• Training new team members.
• Operating the Environmental and Air Quality Monitoring Programs for the Swan Hills Treatment Centre (SHTC) on a day-to-day basis.
• Conducting environmental inspections involving field work.
• Preparing reports according to Operating Approvals for submission to regulatory agencies.
• Supporting the team to achieve their goals and objectives and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). KPIs include safety, productivity, and quality of work performed.

This position operates within a COR, ISO 17025 certified, and OHSAS 18001 and ISO 14001 conforming plant environment and is expected to comply with all regulatory requirements. The facility operates on a 24/7 basis.

Qualifications

Required skills:

• Knowledge of the Operating Approval and other Acts and Regulations and the ability to interpret them is required.
• Some mechanical aptitude is needed to troubleshoot problems with samplers.
• Proficiency in data interpretation and report writing.
• Working knowledge of plant processes including Bailey, ICIS and Active Factory.
• Understanding of sampling procedures and practices.
• The ability to read and interpret environmental and operating guidelines is essential.
• Working knowledge of Laboratory preparation of environmental samples.
• Effective customer service attitude and commitment to providing exceptional customer service and quality results.
• Effective interpersonal and conflict management skills to facilitate working effectively with wide range and number of people, including peers and manager, employees, and other departments, divisions, and management within all levels of the organization.
• Effective negotiation, persuasion, and listening skills to facilitate successful resolution of employee and management concerns and requests.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills to facilitate and promote open discussions and understanding.
• Effective time management, decision-making, and planning and organizing skills.
• Attentiveness to details and ability to manage a diverse workload within a fast-paced environment with changing multiple priorities and frequent interruptions.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team as well as independently with minimal supervision.
• Proven organizational, good housekeeping, and creative problem-solving skills.
• Computer competency in MS Office applications, LIMS and Windows operating environments.
• Ability to learn new analytical techniques.
• Theoretical and practical understanding of analytical chemistry. Ability to apply knowledge in the use, maintenance and troubleshooting of analytical equipment.
• Excellent and accurate record keeping.
• Understanding of all preparatory and analytical techniques used in applicable section.
• Knowledge of the QA/QC requirements for analysis/reporting of pertinent tests.
• Knowledge of written procedure content and format requirements.
• Ability to take instructions for the performance of non-routine analysis.
• Ability to perform all analyses in accordance with pertinently applicable policies as per the Laboratory Quality Manual.
• Progression may require an understanding of the plant operating approval as it pertains to laboratory and chemical processing operations, and fluency in process limitations and disposal limits of the landfills and deep disposal well.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality to comply with all regulatory requirements and Company Privacy and Confidentiality policies and procedures.
• Ability to complete all conditions of employment including criminal record check, negative drug test, current and clean Class 5 driver's license, pre-employment medical, and background check.

Required Experience:

• No related experience is required however preference is for 1 year's related environmental experience and 1 to 2 years' related experience in operating and maintaining laboratory analytical instruments.
• Preference for 2 to 3 years' related experience.
• Previous experience within an industrial plant environment is a definite asset.
• Previous experience within a regulatory environment is a definite asset.

Formal Education Required:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Diploma in Environmental, Biological or Chemical Technology or a combination of demonstrated similar work experience, aptitude, and specific skills training is a definite asset.

Hours of Work:

The Environment and Laboratory Technician is able to participate in a Compressed Work Week Schedule thereby working five (5) days per week, approximately eight and a half (hours per day, Monday to Friday, with an earned day off every second two-week pay period. Daily hours, which include a 30-minute unpaid lunch break, are 6:30 am to 3:30 pm. To ensure operational requirements and coverage is always achieved, incumbent may be requested to occasionally change/adapt their hours. With prior approval, Incumbent has flexibility to adapt hours to meet personal needs. Position is based on a 40-hour work week.

Additional Information

Why join our research team? Come and rejuvenate the world with us

• Acting today to create tomorrow's world;
• A company in constant growth;
• A multitude of large-scale projects where you can put your talent to good use;
• A multitude of large-scale projects where you can make the most of your talent; Challenges adapted to your needs and the absence of routine;
• The opportunity to develop your career in line with your professional goals;
• Internal and external training and coaching programs;
• A highly competitive compensation, pension and benefits package;
• Multi-disciplinary work teams and a working environment focused on health and safety.

We thank all applicants for applying, but only those selected will be contacted.

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.