Laboratory Technician 1 - Environmental Microbiology

Claire Plais - Domitille Vielle; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Bureau Veritas Canada is seeking a Laboratory Technician 1 in Burnaby to produce high-quality analytical data. This full-time position involves sample preparation, testing, and adherence to safety and quality standards while working in a fast-paced laboratory environment. The role offers a comprehensive benefits package including life insurance and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Life Insurance

STD & LTD Coverage

Company RRSP match

Employee Assistant Program (EAP)

Professional Development

Qualifications

• Must accurately follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s).
• Requires positive outlook and ability to work in fast-paced environment.
• Ability to adapt to a changing environment and learn quickly.

Responsibilities

• Prepare samples for analysis following SOPs.
• Review LIMS reports to organize daily tasks.
• Ensure quality and timely analysis of samples.

Skills

Detail oriented

Good time-management

Communication

Multi-tasking

Education

Post-Secondary school education

Job description

If you want to make a difference and love being surrounded by the best and the brightest minds, Bureau Veritas Canada might be the place for you!

Here are our Core Values :

Responsible

Ambitious & Humble

Open & Inclusive

If these values resonate with you, Bureau Veritas is looking for a

Job Title : Laboratory Technician 1

Reports to (title) : Laboratory Supervisor / Laboratory Manager

Department : Environmental Microbiology (Water Micro)

Burnaby, B.C.

Full-Time

Basic Purpose : What is the overall function of the job?

Results oriented to produce high quality defensible analytical data, safely and on time by following

applicable Standard Operating Procedures. Perform sample preparation / extractions of target

compounds under specific matrices and provide general laboratory support in the analysis of samples.

Key Accountability / Responsibilities : What specifically is this job expected to accomplish?

• Adheres to Bureau Veritas’ Code of Ethics.
• Review LIMS summary reports to plan and organize daily work
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) when conducting following work :

o Perform sample preparation and procedures prior to analyses

o Perform some basic testing procedures

o Identify any non-routine samples and seek guidance on procedures for handling

• Meet quality and TAT specifications required by the client and ensure samples are analyzed within holding

time requirements

• Identify and communicate procedural non-conformances to Supervisor
• Employ proper laboratory techniques to minimize risk of mislabeling, sample mix-up and cross

contamination between samples and other materials

• Update supervisor / manager workstation status including advance notification of any delays
• Support and comply with all Bureau Veritas policies, Quality System and Health & Safety program
• Participate, when requested in department and Health & Safety meetings
• Participate, when requested in internal and external audits
• Keep work area clean, neat and organized
• Maintain training records and relevant qualifications
• All other responsibilities as assigned

Skills and Knowledge : What skills and knowledge are used to carry out job responsibilities and solve problems?

• Post-Secondary school education or equivalent experience
• Accurately follows Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) and instructions
• Detail oriented with accurate record keeping skills.
• Good time-management, communication, multi-tasking and priority setting skills.
• Positive outlook with an ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Adapt to a changing environment
• Work both independently and as part of a team
• Must be able to learn quickly

Work Relationships

• Internal : Laboratory Operations, Customer Service and Sample Logistics Departments
• External : N / A

Working Conditions : physical work environment, physical effort, visual and listening attention, and travel

• High level of work production in fast-paced lab environment
• Can involve the repetition of the same process
• Requires patience, tenacity and persistence
• Flexible working hours, overtime and shift work
• May involve long periods of standing
• Some lifting and carrying (up to 10kg)
• Hazardous materials are handled using established safety procedures and appropriate equipment

Benefits :

• Life Insurance
• STD & LTD Coverage
• Company RRSP match
• Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
• Professional Development

Bureau Veritas is proud to be committed to providing fair and competitive pay.

The salary range for this role is $19.00 - $20.36 an hour.

Pay within this range varies by work location and may also depend on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and market location.

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