Lab Technician - Lindsay Thurber High School

Red Deer Public Schools; Red Deer; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal opportunity employer

Accommodations on request

Job summary

Red Deer Public Schools is seeking a Lab Technician to support Lindsay Thurber High School by coordinating and preparing laboratory supplies for staff and students. The role includes assisting with demonstrations, experiments and field work while maintaining safe handling of materials.

Candidates should hold a Chemical Laboratory Technology diploma or equivalent, be comfortable working independently, and possess strong technology skills.

Qualifications

• Chemical Laboratory Technology diploma or related equivalent.
• Comfortable working independently, with minimal guidance.
• Must have strong technology skills.

Responsibilities

• Respond to teacher requests, assembling materials and equipment for laboratory activities including preparation of solutions, cultures, specimens and equipment.
• Assist with supervision and science field work.
• Label chemicals and solutions in accordance with WHMIS 2015 and GHS.
• Maintain current Safety Data Sheets.
• Manage inventory of laboratory equipment and supplies.
• Communicate with teachers regarding science courses, labs and demonstrations to maximize feasibility and safety.
• Purchase of supplies and laboratory equipment, and assist in budgeting for the department.

Skills

Independent work

Technology skills

Education

Chemical Laboratory Technology diploma

Job description

Lab Technician

Location: Lindsay Thurber High School

37.5 hours weekly

Commencing January 4, 2027

The successful candidate will be responsible for the coordination and preparation of laboratory supplies for staff and students.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Respond to teacher requests, assembling materials and equipment for laboratory activities (demonstrations, experiments) including the preparation of solutions, cultures, specimens and equipment)
• Assist with supervision and science field work
• Label chemicals and solutions in accordance with WHMIS 2015 in accordance with the GHS (Globally Harmonized System)
• Maintain current Safety Data Sheets
• Manage inventory of laboratory equipment and supplies
• Communicate with teachers regarding science courses, labs and demonstrations to maximize feasibility and safety
• Purchase of supplies and laboratory equipment, and assisting in the budgeting for the department

Qualifications:

• Chemical Laboratory Technology diploma or related equivalent
• Comfortable working independently, with minimal guidance
• Must have strong technology skills

For more information about the Red Deer Public School District, visit our website at: www.rdpsd.ab.ca

This competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found and will close without notice once a shortlist has been selected.

All internal and external applicants from any current assignment are welcome to apply for this position.

Red Deer Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and we welcome applications from all qualified individuals. If accommodations or supports are required for you to attend this interview, please notify us prior to the day of the interview.

A resume, cover letter and list of references are required for all applications.

By virtue of the submission of an application, the applicant agrees that the Associate Superintendent, People Services or designate can contact previous employers for the purpose of conducting confidential reference checks whether or not the applicant has listed a reference for that employer.

A current Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Check will be required of new employees.