Laboratory Technician

Richmond School District No. 38; Richmond; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Richmond is seeking a Laboratory Technician to provide technical support in the science department. The role involves preparing and maintaining laboratory equipment for diverse experiments, ensuring safety protocols are followed. Qualifications include a Laboratory Technician diploma and experience in a chemical laboratory. The position offers an hourly rate of $32.92 with a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Medical benefits

Extended health

Dental insurance

Pension plan

Qualifications

• Grade 12 plus a Laboratory Technician diploma from a recognized institution.
• One year experience in a chemical laboratory environment.
• Extensive knowledge of safe chemical storage methods and standards.

Responsibilities

• Sets up materials, chemicals and equipment for laboratory demonstrations.
• Maintains files relevant to the position such as inventories of chemicals.
• Responds to science laboratory emergencies and cleans up hazardous spills.

Skills

Safe chemical storage methods

Laboratory equipment maintenance

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Laboratory Technician diploma

Job description

Recognized for its diversity, dedication to inclusion, and strong partnerships with the community, the Richmond School District is among one of the largest districts in British Columbia with some of the highest graduation rates in the province. With a long history of providing high quality experiences for students, the Richmond School District strives to be “The Best Place to Learn and Lead.”

Richmond School District operates 38 elementary schools, 10 secondary schools, alternate programs, continuing education and a number of additional facilities. The district enrolls approximately 23,700 students (K-12) and employs over 4000 dedicated staff.

As an employer, we provide comprehensive growth, learning and engagement opportunities to the 2,300 committed professionals across the district. This position provides laboratory technical support to the school science department by preparing, setting up and testing laboratory demonstrations and experiments. The incumbent ensures the chemical storage facility is set up and maintained according to appropriate safety regulations, and that laboratory equipment and other materials are maintained in a clean and operational order. This is a full-time 35 hour/week posting and is under the supervision of the School Administrator. Laboratory assignments are received from Teachers and work is carried out with minimal direction.

Major Duties and responsibilities

• Sets up materials, chemicals and equipment for laboratory demonstrations. Sets up experiments by measuring, mixing and labelling chemicals, preparing chemical solutions and specimens for a variety of science classes.
• Ensures proper identification, storage and disposal of chemicals and solutions according to appropriate safety guidelines.
• Performs minor maintenance and repairs on science lab equipment such as cleaning, making adjustments and sending equipment out for service and repair.
• Assembles, cleans, sterilizes and stores specialized glassware and instruments.
• May provide assistance to Teachers during demonstrations or help monitor class experiments for safety purposes.
• Responds to science laboratory emergencies and cleans up hazardous spills as necessary.
• Maintains files relevant to the position such as inventories of chemicals, equipment and textbooks.
• Requisitions and cares for live specimens as required by the Science Department.
• Assists Educational Facilitator in the annual ordering of supplies and equipment.
• Performs general clerical duties related to the position such as filing, photocopying, filling out requisitions and data entry.
• Maintains familiarity with District and Government health and safety procedures and regulations that relate to the work performed and ensures compliance with WHMIS regulations within various science laboratories.
• Performs other job related duties of comparable importance, difficulty and responsibility as required.

Required Qualifications

• Grade 12 plus a Laboratory Technician diploma from a recognized institution.
• One year experience in a chemical laboratory environment.
• Extensive knowledge of safe chemical storage methods and standards.
• Thorough knowledge of equipment, methods and procedures related to a chemical storage facility and the preparation of standard laboratory equipment for demonstration and experiments.
• Thorough knowledge of WHMIS requirements and other safety procedures related to chemical laboratories.
• Working knowledge of computer software related to the position.
• Ability to organize workload, work under periodic pressure and complete assignments with minimal supervision.
• Good interpersonal skills.

This is a union position, with an hourly rate of pay of $32.92 plus a benefit package of medical, extended health, dental and a pension plan.

For more information about Richmond School District 38, please visit the website at www.sd38.bc.ca. We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those being considered for interviews will be contacted.

Richmond School District is committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we so proudly serve. Our ability to provide the best education for our student population relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, backgrounds and experiences. Indigenous applicants, people of colour, all genders, 2SLGBTQ+ and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

The Richmond School District is the best place to learn and lead.