Lab Technician

Job Title: Laboratory Job Title: Laboratory Technician Reports to: Laboratory Supervisor / Laboratory Manager Department: Laboratory Duration: Fixed Term (Contract) until December 18, 2026 Location: Calgary, AB Basic Purpose:

• 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 provides general lab support in the analysis of samples Key Accountability/Responsibilities:
• Review LIMS summary reports to plan and organize daily work
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) when conducting following work: * Perform sample preparation and procedures prior to analyses * Perform some basic testing procedures * 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 mislabelling, sample mix-up and cross contamination between samples and other materials.
• Provide general lab support
• Provide supervisor/manager with updates on 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:
• 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.
• Strong computer skills
• Positive outlook with an ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Adapts to a changing environment
• Works both independently and as part of a team
• Learns quickly Working Conditions:
• 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 40 lbs)
• Hazardous materials are handled using es Bureau Veritas is proud to be committed to providing fair and competitive pay. The salary range for this role is $18 an hour.