Geology Lab Technician — Sample Prep & QC

SGS; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

SGS is seeking a temporary Geochemistry Lab Assistant in Burnaby, BC, for a fixed-term contract of about six months. The role involves hands-on sample preparation and routine lab duties within a leading testing and certification company.

You will unpack, sort, crush, pulverize and screen geological materials, perform QC checks, document work orders, maintain logs, and assist in other areas of the Geochemistry lab when required.

Qualifications

• High school Diploma.
• 0-1 years of relevant work experience.

Responsibilities

• Unpack, sort, transfer and dry samples.
• Execute and perform crushing, pulverizing and screening of geological materials as per SGS’ Standard Operating Procedures.
• Conduct routine quality checks including particle size analysis, dust loss and report data to Supervisor or group leader if results are outside acceptability parameters.
• Ensure that work order documentation is complete and QC results are entered into SLIMS as necessary.
• Maintain clean and organized workbench area; disposal is according to laboratory procedures.
• Ensure equipment is maintained and report any damaged or defective equipment to Supervisor or group leader.
• Keep records and notebooks in good order including logs and maintenance records.
• May work in other areas of the Geochemistry laboratory sections when required.

Education

High school Diploma

Job description

SGS is seeking a temporary Geochemistry Lab Assistant in Burnaby, BC, for a fixed-term contract of about six months. The role involves hands-on sample preparation and routine lab duties within a leading testing and certification company.

You will unpack, sort, crush, pulverize and screen geological materials, perform QC checks, document work orders, maintain logs, and assist in other areas of the Geochemistry lab when required.