Temporary On-Site Lab Aide - Earth & Environmental Tech

Avanti Software Inc.; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Keyano College in Fort McMurray, AB seeks a Laboratory Aide to provide lab support for Earth and Atmospheric Sciences and Environmental Technology courses. This temporary, on-site role runs up to three months with full-time hours, and relocation to Fort McMurray is required.

Responsibilities include preparing lab procedures, reagent calculations, equipment setup, and maintaining safety measures. WHMIS and Biosafety training accompany practical lab duties.

Qualifications

• Completion of a 2-year Community/Technical/Vocational College program in Environmental Technician/Technologist, or a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Earth Science or Environmental Science is preferred.
• Minimum of 6 months of relevant laboratory experience.
• WHMIS certification and Biosafety training requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and revise detailed operating procedures for EAS and ENVT laboratory exercises, including equipment, reagents, and safety protocols.
• Consult with the Laboratory Technician on reagent preparation, waste management, and chemical hazards, updating procedures accordingly.
• Calculate the required amounts of reagents and supplies based on class sizes for each lab exercise.
• Schedule and organize preparation tasks to ensure all necessary reagents and supplies are available on time.
• Operate and maintain equipment such as the slab saw, sieve shaker, and ice auger, including outdoor operation as needed.
• Set up and take down laboratory exercises by preparing and labeling all necessary reagents, supplies, and equipment.
• Clean and return all used equipment, reagents, and supplies to their proper storage locations after each lab exercise.
• Maintain and clean student workspaces, fume hoods, and glassware following proper safety and precautionary measures.
• Perform routine inventory checks of chemicals, glassware, and lab supplies, ensuring all are properly stocked and up-to-date.
• Maintain laboratory consumables, such as distilled water, disinfectants, and gloves, and ensure the overall cleanliness of the lab.
• Care for living materials such as plants, animals, protozoa, and algae, ensuring their proper maintenance and habitat conditions.
• Prepare simple chemical solutions and media under the supervision of the Lab Technician, following established procedures.

Skills

Laboratory Skills

Safety Procedures

Chemical Handling

Equipment Maintenance

Inventory Management

Education

2-year Community/Technical/Vocational College in Environmental Technician/Technologist

BSc in Earth Science or Environmental Science

Tools

Slab Saw

Sieve Shaker

Ice Auger

Job description

Keyano College in Fort McMurray, AB seeks a Laboratory Aide to provide lab support for Earth and Atmospheric Sciences and Environmental Technology courses. This temporary, on-site role runs up to three months with full-time hours, and relocation to Fort McMurray is required.

Responsibilities include preparing lab procedures, reagent calculations, equipment setup, and maintaining safety measures. WHMIS and Biosafety training accompany practical lab duties.