Laboratory Assistant

Altis Technology; Pickering; On-site; CAD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Altis Technology in Pickering, Ontario, is seeking a Laboratory Assistant for a full-time temporary 2-month contract on-site. You will help keep daily laboratory operations organized and accurate, support sample processing and tracking, and work with lab professionals to service internal and external clients.

Ideal candidates have at least 6 months' laboratory experience, a Water Quality certificate, and familiarity with LIMS and QA standards.

Qualifications

• 6+ months of related work experience, ideally within a laboratory, water quality, or environmental services setting.
• A post-secondary certificate in Water Quality or a related environmental services field.
• Familiarity with laboratory testing services and scientific terminology related to microbiology and chemistry.
• Understanding of Laboratory Quality Assurance standards, Health & Safety policies, purchasing processes, and records management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, plus familiarity with LIMS, FIMS, RIM, and HCM systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with excellent attention to detail, organization, and time management.

Responsibilities

• Receive and process laboratory samples using the Lab Information Management System (LIMS) while following applicable regulatory guidelines.
• Respond to customer inquiries and coordinate the shipping and receiving of sampling containers and documentation.
• Monitor and record temperatures for equipment used in sample storage.
• Process financial transactions related to laboratory testing and purchasing activities.
• Ensure processed samples are disposed of according to established laboratory procedures.
• Support general administrative activities, including data entry, documentation, and records management.

Skills

Laboratory experience

LIMS familiarity

Data entry

Communication skills

Education

Post-secondary certificate in Water Quality

Tools

LIMS

FIMS

RIM

HCM systems

Job description

Location: Pickering, Ontario, on-site
Language: Strong written and spoken English communication skills
Duration: 2-month contract, with possibility of extension

About the Opportunity

Were hiring a Laboratory Assistant for a full-time temporary opportunity within the municipal services sector. Based on-site in Pickering, youll play an important role in keeping day-to-day laboratory operations organized, accurate, and responsive while supporting the processing and tracking of samples.

Working alongside laboratory professionals and supporting both internal and external clients, youll help ensure samples, records, equipment monitoring, and administrative processes are handled with care. This is a great opportunity to build hands-on experience in a regulated laboratory environment where accuracy, teamwork, and reliable service matter.

Whats In It for You

Youll gain practical exposure to laboratory operations, quality assurance processes, and specialized information management systems while working with an experienced team. Its an opportunity to strengthen your technical and administrative skills in a collaborative environment that values organization, safety, and attention to detail.

Your Responsibilities

• Youll receive and process laboratory samples using the Lab Information Management System (LIMS) while following applicable regulatory guidelines.
• Youll respond to customer inquiries and coordinate the shipping and receiving of sampling containers and documentation.
• Youll monitor and record temperatures for equipment used in sample storage.
• Youll process financial transactions related to laboratory testing and purchasing activities.
• Youll ensure processed samples are disposed of according to established laboratory procedures.
• Youll support general administrative activities, including data entry, documentation, and records management.

Skills and Qualifications

• 6+ months of related work experience, ideally within a laboratory, water quality, or environmental services setting.
• A post-secondary certificate in Water Quality or a related environmental services field.
• Familiarity with laboratory testing services and scientific terminology related to microbiology and chemistry.
• Understanding of Laboratory Quality Assurance standards, Health & Safety policies, purchasing processes, and records management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, plus familiarity with LIMS, FIMS, RIM, and HCM systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with excellent attention to detail, organization, and time management.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively while contributing to a collaborative team environment.

We appreciate the time and effort all applicants invest in their submissions. Please note that only candidates shortlisted for this role will be contacted directly. However, your profile will remain under consideration for future opportunities that align with your experience and career goals. All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities including those who identify as women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. On occasion, we also use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.