Laboratory Technician - Plumbing and Water Quality

CSA Group; Toronto; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading standards development organization in Toronto is seeking a Laboratory Technician to conduct testing and quality assurance in relation to plumbing and water quality. Ideal candidates have a technical background, experience in environmental testing, and familiarity with analytical instrumentation. Join us to help ensure safety and performance standards are met.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of related experience in laboratory testing.
• Good knowledge of environmental testing procedures.
• Demonstrated knowledge of QA/QC protocols.

Responsibilities

• Conduct tests on equipment according to applicable standards.
• Compile data and summarize test results into reports.
• Analyze complex devices for compliance with requirements.

Skills

Analytical instrumentation knowledge

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

3-year Technical Certificate or equivalent

Associate’s degree in engineering technology in chemistry

Tools

ICPMS

GCMS

XRF

Job description

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Laboratory Technician - Plumbing and Water Quality

Apply locations Toronto time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id R004323

Employment Status:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

BUILDING A WORLD CLASS TEAM STARTS WITH YOU

At the heart of CSA Group is a vision: making the world a better, safer, more sustainable place. It's been part of our mission for nearly one hundred years: from the first engineering standard for railway bridges developed in 1919, to more than 3,500 standards, codes & related products today.

Headquartered in Canada, with a global footprint of more than 30 labs and offices across Europe, Asia and North America, CSA Group tests, inspects and certifies a wide range of products - from every day househould items to leading edge technology-to meet exacting requirements for safety, performance and environmental impact.

Our employees take pride in making a difference in people's lives through the work that we do. We're looking for people like you to help make it happen.

Job Summary:

Designs set-ups and conducts experimental programs and accurately obtains and records data; fabricates experimental apparatus. Performs R&D assignments that are not standardized or prescribed. May make modifications to experimental set-ups, troubleshoot, and correct equipment malfunctions as necessary, and provide oral and written status reports. Main function is to test products to the given Standards.

Responsibilities:

• Maintains good housekeeping, taking care of safety and using PPE at all times as outlined in the Job Safety Analysis (JSA).

• Conducts a wide range of test procedures on equipment to the applicable standards and interprets results of the test. Determines and reviews which tests are required; the order in which to perform tests and the number of samples required. Performs tests and calculations, compiles data and summarizes test results into test reports and checklists. Verifies calculations are consistent with results of measurements. Determines whether product passes or fails subject to review by Certifier/Reviewer. Assembles and disassembles test samples, hooks-up laboratory test equipment in preparation for testing; operates most laboratory test equipment without supervision. Maintains good housekeeping of tools, equipment and work area following tests and carry out assigned laboratory clean-up duties.

• Records technical data, draft reports. Performs mathematical calculations required to summarize test results as applicable. Relates test results to product specifications. Acts as a liaison with other departments as required by Lab Manager. Notes and records discrepancies or characteristics of products which may appear before or during the tests and refer them to Sr. Lab Tech, Certifier or Manager.

• Independently analyzes complex devices and equipment to determine compliance to applicable requirements.

• Contributes to the development and implementation of requirements for new and/or revised standards as required.

• Interacts with the Certifier to plan activities, exchange information review and approve lab reports and certification records.

• Maintains and initiates direct Certifier contact to provide information and answer questions or obtains more product information. Tests to the Certifier’s requests and provides general and specific information about the certification testing process or status of a work order to assist the Certifier and improve overall customer service and satisfaction. Provides Certifier with detailed interpretation of test results and construction evaluation and how it applies to the status of their certification.

• Perform s witness testing as required by Lab Tech III or Manager .

• Knowledge on how to operate test equipment in a sa f e manner.

• May be require d to purchase tools/equipment from outside shops.

• Performs other duties as assigned by manager .

• Reviews work orders for accuracy.

• Work with team members to ensure the proper calibration, operation, maintenance and repair of all laboratory instrumentation and equipment in their area of expertise. Consult with service personnel, as required.

• Troubleshoot analytical, instrumental and procedural problems.

Education and Experience:

• 3-year Technical Certificate or equivalent education and experience or

• Associate’s degree in engineering technology in chemistry or related field

• Professional Membership eg. ASTT, OACETT or equivalent

• 5-8 years of related experience

• Experienced in environmental testing of drinking water preferred

• Good knowledge of EPA methodology preferred and analytical QA/QC protocols

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience with analytical instrumentation such as ICPMS, XRF, graphite furnace AA, Hg analysis, LC, IC or GCMS etc. (depending on area of expertise).

CSA Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on any grounds stipulated by applicable laws. We are an organization where opportunities are based on skills and abilities, and differences are respected and valued. Please contact us at [e-mail] if you require accommodation in the interview process.

About Us

CSA Group is one of the largest standards development organizations in North America, conducting research and developing standards for a broad range of technologies and functional areas. CSA Group is also a global provider of testing, inspection and certification services for products in many market sectors, and a leader in safety and environmental certification for Canada and the U.S.

The CSA mark appears on billions of products worldwide. For more information about CSA Group, please visit www.csagroup.org .