Laboratory Technician A - Shearwater, NS, Canada - AGAT Laboratories

Description

Laboratory Technician A – Inorganics/Environmental

AGAT Laboratories is a full-service laboratory with locations across Canada. We are the most diversified laboratory in Canada. Our scientists are highly-skilled and specialized in the fields of biochemistry, chemistry, microbiology, geology, engineering and other specialty services. With a broad range of staff experience and state-of-the-art instrumentation, we provide cross-analytical solutions for the Environmental, Energy, Mining, Transportation, Industrial, Agri-food and Life Sciences sectors.

Summary:

AGAT Laboratories is currently hiring for a Laboratory Technician A to join our Inorganics/Environmental working out of our Dartmouth, NS facility. This position is the third level position into the laboratory. This position is given direction from the Laboratory Supervisor. The Laboratory Technician A is able to work independently on laboratory activities and is responsible for maintaining some of the instruments being used in the lab.

This is a permanent, full-time position and the schedule is Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.

Duties:

1. Perform sample, reagent and calibration preparation as directed
2. Calibrate, operate, maintain, troubleshoot and conduct routine maintenance on all assigned instruments
3. Compile, verify and validate accurate data records
4. Meet quality assurance and turnaround specifications
5. Follow all Quality Control and Standard Operating Procedures
6. Report results
7. Other duties assigned

Qualifications:

Technical Diploma or degree in Science required (Bachelor of Science)
3+ years laboratory experience
Able to operate, troubleshoot and maintain analytical instruments
Knowledge of full laboratory processes
Intermediate computer skills
Ability to work in a positive manner in a fast-paced environment
Candidates with ICP knowledge/experience would be an asset
Good communication skills and fluency in English both verbal and written
Hand-Eye coordination and attention to detail and multitasking abilities are required
Mature work ethic, with the ability to work independently and in a team environment

Benefits:

Full covered health benefits (include 100% dental and 100% drug coverage)
Paid time off
Employee Assistance Program (ComPsych)
Bank at work program (BMO)
Sun Life Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)
Dell Member Purchase Program (Exclusive discounts on DELL products)
Free parking
Scholarship program for employee's children
TFSA option through payroll
Single Parent daycare assistance
Employee Referral Bonus
Social Events
Flex Time