Technician

Pine Environmental Services LLC; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Pine Environmental Services LLC in Burnaby, BC seeks a Technician to maintain, calibrate, troubleshoot, clean and repair a wide range of environmental testing and monitoring equipment. You will ensure calibrated, high-quality instruments are provided to customers.

Responsibilities include following manufacturer specs, preparing equipment with accessories and paperwork, responding to technical calls, keeping records, and maintaining safety standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience interfacing with clients and strong communication skills required.
• Ability to multitask and follow all applicable safety regulations required.

Responsibilities

• Assure all work is performed completely, correctly, and with the highest degree of quality.
• Test, calibrate, repair and maintain equipment in accordance with manufacturer specifications.
• Prepare equipment with required accessories, calibration information and all rental paperwork.
• Respond to customer calls for technical assistance, troubleshooting and training.
• Assign asset status and proper labeling for equipment.
• Inspect returned equipment and ensure all items are accounted for.
• Maintain SDS Chemical Register and review new SDS documents.
• Assist in maintaining technical and software libraries and support team members.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Problem solving

Detail oriented

Planning

Organization

Multitasking

Safety SOPs

Mechanical aptitude

PPE compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Craft apprenticeship or equivalent experience

Job description

The Technicians primary responsibility is to maintain, calibrate, troubleshoot, clean, and repair a wide variety of environmental testing and monitor equipment. They will be responsible for providing high quality calibrated and well-maintained instruments to our customers.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assure all work is performed completely, correctly, and with the highest degree of quality
• Test, calibrate, repair and maintain company equipment in accordance with manufacturer specifications
• Prepare equipment with all required accessories, calibration information, manufacturer instructions and all paperwork related to the rental
• Respond to customer calls for technical assistance, troubleshooting and training
• Assign asset status and appropriate labeling for equipment
• Inspect returned equipment to ensure all equipment and peripherals are returned from the field.
• Thorough record keeping on electrical safety inspections, our environmental equipment and consumable products
• Communication on requesting any spare parts, accessories, and ancillary rental items to properly maintain equipment
• Maintain and update the SDS Chemical Register, review all new SDS Documents
• Assist in maintaining the technical and software library
• Assisting Team members when needed
• Available to work after hours, weekend and holiday emergency, when necessary
• Maintain a clean and safe work area in accordance with company policies and procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, Core Competencies

• Must possess outstanding communication (verbal and written), interpersonal, problem solving and customer service skills.
• Self- discipline qualities including accepting feedback from others, upholding organizational values, supporting organizational goals, willingness to make decisions, keeping commitments.
• Detail oriented with the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team setting with peers and colleagues.
• Solid planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks, meet strict deadlines and perform under pressure in a fast- paced work environment.
• Ability to read, understand and follow all company standard operating procedures and guidelines.
• Ability to utilize and follow PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) when required
• Critical thinking skills to assist in problem solving
• Ability to maintain regular attendance and punctuality requirements
• Strong Mechanical aptitude
• Ability to maintain a positive workplace atmosphere

Education/Experience

• High school diploma/GED and or completion of a craft apprenticeship, or an equivalent number of years of education and experience in the environmental services field.
• Experience interfacing with clients; Excellent communication skills- Written, Verbal, Interpersonal, and Phone
• Ability to multitask and liaise with our customers in different fields
• Ability to follow all applicable safety regulations

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed in an office setting and in a variety of client settings that will include exposure to seasonal weather, damp and/or dusty locations. There are frequent employee and client contacts and interruptions in person and via the telephone during the day. The noise level in the work environment is moderate.

This is a Safety‑Sensitive position.

Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position is 10% sedentary and 90% active and may include activities such as sitting, walking, standing, bending, stretching, climbing (ladder) for long periods throughout the course of the workday. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. assisted or unassisted and may require the ability to drive a Pine vehicle. May be required to work outside normal business hours including mornings and evenings.

Pine Environmental Services reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

Pine Environmental Services reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.