Under general direction from the Operations Manager or their designate, the Technician is responsible for the laboratory aspects of the day-to-day operations with respect to waste receiving, handling, processing and disposal.
Key Responsibilities:
Prepare and clean glassware required for sample analysis
Perform routine calibration, sample preparation and analyses employing ICP, GC, Oxygen Bomb Calorimeter and other instrumentation
Report analytical results and coordinate with production personnel
Maintain accurate analysis, maintenance, and production records
Complete documentation associated with the applicable provincial and federal regulations and legislation governing the control of and declarations related to incoming and outgoing waste
Trouble shoot issues with the laboratory instrumentation
Assist other facility operators as needed
Assist with the classification of waste materials
Perform general laboratory and facility housekeeping dutiesAssist with discrepancies of incoming and outgoing materials
Complete certificates of disposal and summaries of analyses as required
Review analytical reports and ensure that outgoing materials meet disposal site parameters
Prepare weekly reports summarizing laboratory work volumes and results
Monitor laboratory supplies and direct re-supply requests through the assigned internal purchasing personnel
Update status of job processes in the internal database
Troubleshooting and resolving problems and helping with special projects
Performs additional duties as assigned by supervisor
Knowledge, Skills, and Key Competencies:
Environmental or Chemical Engineering Technician or Technologist, Chemistry or related Diploma
Previous laboratory experience is an asset
Competent computer skills (MS Windows and Office)
Strong interpersonal skills
Must be motivated, able to multi-task, and work effectively in a team environment
Must be safety conscious and detail oriented
Solid organizational and communication skills
Ability to follow procedures and work with minimal supervision
Willing to work overtime, alternate shifts and weekends