Laboratory Technician - Fulltime Support Contract Position

At NWR our Mission is to maximize the value of bitumen for Albertans through best-in-class performance.

Our primary focus isour PEOPLE. We firmly believe our people are at the core of everything wedo. We support a diverse work environment where people feel safe, valued,and can make a difference. We celebrate success and have fun, making NWR aplace where we are all proud to work.

1) Integrity. 2) Relationships 3) Success

Position Summary:

This position is a fulltime contract support role. Reporting tothe Laboratory Services Lead, the LaboratoryTechnician is responsible for supporting day to day analytical testingrequirements for the protected operations of the Sturgeon Refinery. Typical samplingtesting includes in-process sample testing, finished product certifications andutility water testing. The Lab infrastructure, analytical instruments, testingprocedures and protocols are managed by NWR. This position is expected to workeither a day or afternoon shift.

Responsibilities:

- Executing day to day laboratory analysisusing approved SOPS;
- Demonstrate commitment to safety &quality; in the lab;
- Timely reporting of analytical datausing LIMS(Laboratory Information Management System).;
- Maintaintesting equipment in good order and conduct/support scheduled maintenanceand calibrations on test equipment;
- Sample cylinder maintenance;
- Verifying instrument performance throughcontrol charting prior to reporting;
- Cleaning sample bottles at the bottlewasher following SOP;
- Secure disposal of samples and reagents following procedures and care;
- Laboratory housekeeping;




- Change gas cylinders and maintainconsumables as required by the lab;
- All other duties as assigned.

At NWR our Mission is to maximize the value of bitumen for Albertans through best-in-class performance.

Our primary focus isour PEOPLE. We firmly believe our people are at the core of everything wedo. We support a diverse work environment where people feel safe, valued,and can make a difference. We celebrate success and have fun, making NWR aplace where we are all proud to work.

This position is with Agilus Work Solutions based on site at the NWR Sturgeon Refinery.

Our Values:

1) Integrity. 2) Relationships 3) Success

Position Summary:

This position is a fulltime contract support role. Reporting tothe Laboratory Services Lead, the LaboratoryTechnician is responsible for supporting day to day analytical testingrequirements for the safe operations of the Sturgeon Refinery. Typical samplingtesting includes in-process sample testing, finished product certifications andutility water testing. The Lab infrastructure, analytical instruments, testingprocedures and protocols are managed by NWR. This position is expected to workeither a day or afternoon shift.

Responsibilities:

- Executing day to day laboratory analysisusing approved SOPS;
- Demonstrate commitment to safety &quality; in the lab;




- Timely reporting of analytical datausing LIMS(Laboratory Information Management System).;
- Maintaintesting equipment in good order and conduct/support scheduled maintenanceand calibrations on test equipment;
- Sample cylinder maintenance;
- Verifying instrument performance throughcontrol charting prior to reporting;
- Cleaning sample bottles at the bottlewasher following SOP;
- Safe disposal of samples and reagents following procedures and care;
- Laboratory housekeeping;
- Change gas cylinders and maintainconsumables as required by the lab;
- All other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

- Understands, creates and maintains avisible commitment to process and personal safety, as well as the safety ofothers; adheres to NWR's Core Competencies to drive results and a highperforming culture;
- Minimum 3 years of laboratory experiencepreferably in industrial setting with the Oil & Gas Industry;
- Technical school diploma (NAIT/SAIT) orBachelors degree in chemistry;
- Knowledge of ASTM procedures related tohydrocarbon testing, ISO 17025 and SQC/Control charting procedures;
- Knowledge and working ability withinLMS;
- Ability to work well within a group oftechnologists;
- This role is generally covered byMorning and Evening shifts spread over the week; However, one must be able tosupport refinery operations during off-duty hours and nights for upsetscenarios in occasional needs.
- Proficient in using various types ofcomputer software (MS office as well as various instrument acquisitionsoftware);
- Hands on experience on followinganalytical instruments ( Preferred)
- Gas Chromatography – Simulated Distillatio

📌 Laboratory Technician (Edmonton)
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📍 Edmonton