Laboratory Assistant, Analytical Operations

EPCOR Utilities Inc.; Edmonton; On-site; Full time

Job summary

EPCOR Utilities Inc. is seeking a temporary full-time Laboratory Assistant to work at the Rossdale Water Treatment Plant and Gold Bar Wastewater Treatment Plant in Edmonton. The ideal candidate will have laboratory experience, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include sample collection, lab maintenance, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Join a team dedicated to providing essential water services to the community.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of laboratory experience.
• Experience operating lab equipment such as dishwashers and deionizers.
• Training in laboratory safety (WHMIS, TDG) is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Collecting samples from reservoirs and treatment plants safely.
• Cleaning and preparing glassware following standardized procedures.
• Maintaining sufficient material supplies for the laboratory.

Skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Grade 12 diploma or equivalent

Science/Chemistry/Biology/Physics 30

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Microsoft Office

Job description

Laboratory Assistant, Analytical Operations

Organization: EPCOR Water Services, Engineering & Technical Services

JobID: 15408

Location: Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

Closing Date: May 22, 2025

Position Title: Assistant, Laboratory

Weekly Hours of Work: 37.5

Business Unit: Water Services

About us

EPCOR Water Services provides water treatment, delivery, and wastewater management to Edmonton residents and regional customers. With over 1300 employees, we manage all aspects of the water cycle, including plants, reservoirs, pipes, tunnels, pump stations, and stormwater facilities. Join us if you're seeking meaningful work and a caring team. Apply today at epcor.com/careers.

Highlights of the job

We are hiring one (1) temporary, full-time Assistant, Laboratory position based at the Rossdale Water Treatment Plant and Gold Bar Wastewater Treatment Plant in Edmonton, AB.

If you enjoy a fast-paced environment with variety and multitasking, and have laboratory experience, we want to hear from you. The ideal candidate will have excellent organizational skills and be self-motivated.

What you’d be responsible for

Reporting to the Manager of Laboratory Customer Service & Informatics, the Laboratory Assistant will be responsible for:

• Safe operation of EPCOR vehicles, including extensive city driving
• Cleaning and preparing glassware following standardized procedures
• Maintaining sufficient material supplies for the laboratory
• Collecting samples from reservoirs, distribution systems, and treatment plants safely and promptly
• Sampling from various locations within Edmonton’s water system and wastewater plants, complying with regulatory standards
• Preparing and packing samples for external testing
• Maintaining laboratory equipment such as deionized water units and dishwashers
• Delivering samples to laboratories and other agencies as needed
• Documenting samples and entering data into Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)
• Managing laboratory inventory and stock
• Shipping and receiving laboratory materials
• Running errands for supplies and sample pickups at locations like bus stations and airports
• Performing special project sampling, including residential samples as required

What’s required to be successful

• Grade 12 diploma or equivalent; Science/Chemistry/Biology/Physics 30 considered an asset
• 1-2 years of laboratory experience
• Experience operating lab equipment such as dishwashers and deionizers
• Training in laboratory safety (WHMIS, TDG) is an asset
• Basic understanding of water/wastewater treatment and distribution systems is an asset
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Valid Class 5 Alberta Driver’s License with no more than six demerits; a 5-year commercial abstract may be required
• Ability to meet physical demands, including lifting up to 20kg (45lbs); medical and drug testing clearance may be necessary
• Security background and reference checks may be required

Ideal candidates are team players with a passion for learning, strong problem-solving and organizational skills, excellent communication, and the ability to work independently. They are motivated, ethical, and capable of managing conflicting priorities efficiently.

Other important facts about this job

Jurisdiction: CSU52

Class: A1

Wage: Starting at $28.39/hr; final wage determined at selection, subject to collective agreement ratification

Hours: 75 hours bi-weekly

Internal Applicants: Use your “@epcor.com” email address

• You must be at least 18 and legally eligible to work in Canada; work permit may be required
• Background and reference checks are mandatory; some positions require enhanced criminal checks
• A practical assessment may be part of the selection process
• Physical fitness and willingness to work in all weather conditions are necessary; medical and drug tests may be required