Laboratory Technician

AGAT Laboratories • Grande Prairie, AB

2d • Onsite

About The Position

AGAT Laboratories is hiring for an entry-level 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.

Requirements

• Ability to operate, troubleshoot and maintain GC equipment.
• Intermediate computer skills with experience using MS office.
• Ability to work in a team environment and mentor other technician.
• Some lifting and carrying (up to 10kgs)
• Participate in on-call for weekends and evenings, shift runs 8am to 5pm Monday to Friday.
• Willing to work overtime during peak season.

Nice To Haves

• B.Sc. or Technical Diploma in Chemistry/Environmental Science preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

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

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed