Laboratory Assistant

ALS Canada Ltd.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay CAD 20.74

Benefits package

Education support

Vacation days

Learning & development

Job summary

ALS Environmental in Calgary is seeking a hands-on laboratory assistant to perform preparation, extraction and analysis on soil and water samples, and to generate worklists ensuring timely turnaround. You will handle sample retrieval, operate basic lab instruments, and assist with TOC/PCT/chlorides analyses while maintaining QA/QC standards.

The role requires a high school diploma, comfort with basic lab safety, and willingness to work day, afternoon, and graveyard shifts including weekends.

Qualifications

• Completion of high school diploma or equivalent required.
• Some experience working in a fast-paced, production, and/or preparation environment.
• Knowledge from high school science courses and/or basic laboratory safety is an asset.
• Experience working with chemicals or in a laboratory setting (ex. school) is an asset, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Generate worklists and organise workload to meet Turn Around Times (TAT’s) and hold times.
• Retrieve samples from storage (includes some lifting and carrying of soils and water samples).
• Operate simple lab instrument/equipment such as pipettes, shakers, centrifuges, pH meters, flash point apparatus, etc.
• Assist with loading and running TOC, PCT, chlorides, BOD/COD.
• Calibration and use of pipettes.
• Perform sample preparation – filtration, screening, extraction, pasting and digestion of soil and water samples for further analysis.
• Prepare all required reagents, standards, reference materials, etc.
• Fill out bench sheets completely and accurately.
• Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting of basic lab equipment.
• Carry out all required data processing (i.e. calculations, data review, data entry, archival, etc.).
• Carry out all required record-keeping & documentation.
• General laboratory clean-up and maintenance.
• Assist in sample flow and archiving as well as data archiving.
• Monitor controlled equipment.
• Perform all required quality control procedures.
• Follow the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) requirements, deviations must be approved by Supervisor or Manager.
• Data entry into GEL.
• QC review of peer data.
• Adhere to strict QA/QC requirements.
• Training of LA1 and LA2.
• Other duties as assigned by Section Supervisor.

Skills

Organized

Detail oriented

Excellent communication

Computer skills

Teamwork

Deadline driven

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Pipettes

Centrifuges

pH meters

Flash point apparatus

Job description

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Location

ALS Environmental, Calgary

Reports to

Water Quality Supervisor

About the Position

This position is responsible for performing preparations, extractions and analysis on soil and water samples.

Responsibilities

• Generate worklists and organise workload to meet Turn Around Times (TAT’s) and hold times.


• Retrieve samples from storage (includes some lifting and carrying of soils and water samples).


• Operate simple lab instrument/equipment such as pipettes, shakers, centrifuges, pH meters, flash point apparatus, etc.


• Assist with loading and running TOC, PCT, chlorides, BOD/COD.


• Calibration and use of pipettes.


• Perform sample preparation – filtration, screening, extraction, pasting and digestion of soil and water samples for further analysis.


• Prepare all required reagents, standards, reference materials, etc.


• Fill out bench sheets completely and accurately.


• Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting of basic lab equipment.


• Carry out all required data processing (i.e. calculations, data review, data entry, archival, etc.).


• Carry out all required record-keeping & documentation.


• General laboratory clean-up and maintenance.


• Assist in sample flow and archiving as well as data archiving.


• Monitor controlled equipment.


• Perform all required quality control procedures.


• Follow the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) requirements, deviations must be approved by Supervisor or Manager.


• Data entry into GEL.


• QC review of peer data.


• Adhere to strict QA/QC requirements.


• Training of LA1 and LA2.


• Other duties as assigned by Section Supervisor.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Organized and detail oriented.


• Highly motivated with a cheerful attitude and strong work ethic.


• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).


• Excellent computer skills.


• Demonstrated ability to work in a team.


• Demonstrated ability to work to deadlines.

Qualifications

• Completion of high school diploma or equivalent required.


• Some experience working in a fast-paced, production, and/or preparation environment.


• Knowledge from high school science courses and/or basic laboratory safety is an asset.


• Experience working with chemicals or in a laboratory setting (ex. school) is an asset, but not required.

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs./14 kg on a regular basis and carry for short distances.


• Able to climb stairs.


• Manual dexterity to perform intricate and/or repetitive tasks.


• Wear issued personal protective equipment (PPE) such as dust masks, gloves etc., when required.


• Ability to stand for a full shift.


• Ability to sit at a desk and do general office work, which includes periodic sedentary responsibilities.


• You may be exposed to unpleasant odours.


• Please note that ALS operates 24/7 and will require day, afternoon, and graveyard shift work including weekends.

Benefits

• An estimated hourly pay of $20.74 CAD at the time of posting.


• Individual compensation is determined by factors such as job-related skills, relevant experience, education and/or training.


• Comprehensive benefit package specific to your work status (including extended medical, dental, and vision coverage, access to company perks, life and disability insurance, retirement plan with company match, employee assistance and wellness programs)


• Additional vacation days for years of service.


• Business support for education or training after 9 months with the company.


• Learning & development opportunities (unlimited access to e-learnings and more).


• Please note: Benefits vary based on employee status.

Working at ALS

Working at ALS The ALS team is a diverse and dedicated community united by our passion to make a difference in the world. Our values are important to us, and shape how we work, how we treat each other and how we recognise excellence. At ALS, you’ll be supported to develop new skills and reach your full potential. We invest in our people with programs and opportunities that help you build a diverse career with us. We want everyone to have a safe, flexible and rewarding career that makes a positive impact on our people, the planet and our communities.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

ALS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where the strengths and perspectives of each employee are both recognised and valued.

Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, colour, religion, national origin, military or veteran status, gender, age, disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy and pregnancy‑related conditions, genetic information and any other characteristics protected by the law.

We invite resumes from all interested parties, including women, First Nations, Metis and Inuit persons, members of minority groups, and persons living with disabilities. ALS also welcomes applications from people with all levels of ability. Reasonable adjustments to support candidates throughout the recruitment process are available upon request.

Eligibility To be eligible to work at ALS you must be a Citizen or Permanent Resident of the country you are applying for, or either hold or be able to obtain, a valid working visa.

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