Lab Technologist

Working Energy; Wabasca-Desmarais; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A major oil and gas company is seeking a Laboratory Technologist for operations in Alberta. The role involves collecting and analyzing various samples, maintaining laboratory equipment, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate will hold a diploma in Chemical Technology and have previous laboratory experience. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills are crucial. Only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Chemical Technology, Laboratory Technology, or related field.
• Previous laboratory experience in oil & gas, water treatment, or chemical testing preferred.
• Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently in a field-based lab environment.
• Strong computer skills, particularly in Excel.
• Knowledge of WHMIS, TDG, and safe laboratory practices.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Collect, prepare, and analyze oil, water, polymer, and chemical samples.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment.
• Perform routine water quality and polymer solution testing.
• Record, trend, and report results.
• Provide technical support to operations and engineering teams.
• Maintain accurate sample logs and lab documentation.
• Ensure lab safety standards and WHMIS compliance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Data entry

Lab reporting software

Field laboratory work

Education

Diploma or degree in Chemical Technology

Tools

Viscometers

Balances

Titrators

Centrifuges

Spectrophotometers

Job description

Our customer, a major oil and gas company, is currently looking for a Laboratory Technologist for their operations in the Pelican Lake area. The successful candidate will part of the production and polymer flood support group, playing a critical role in ensuring field samples and lab programs meet operational, regulatory, and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, prepare, and analyze oil, water, polymer, and chemical samples from field facilities.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment (viscometers, balances, titrators, centrifuges, spectrophotometers, etc.).
• Perform routine water quality and polymer solution testing to support injection and production optimization.
• Record, trend, and report results.
• Provide technical support to operations and engineering teams by interpreting lab results and recommending follow-up actions.
• Maintain accurate sample logs, calibration records, and lab documentation.
• Ensure lab safety standards, WHMIS compliance, and safe chemical handling always.

Skills & Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Chemical Technology, Laboratory Technology, or related field.
• Previous laboratory experience in oil & gas, water treatment, or chemical testing preferred.
• Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational and record-keeping skills.
• Ability to work independently in a field-based lab environment.
• Strong computer skills (Excel, data entry, lab reporting software).
• Safety-focused with knowledge of WHMIS, TDG, and safe laboratory practices.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license.

Candidates must be legally eligible to work in Canada without restrictions and are subject to background checks including criminal and drug and alcohol testing as this is a safety sensitive position.

We thank all applicants for their interest in working with Roska DBO Inc. However, only those selected will be contacted for an interview.