laboratory technician, chemical
Education:
College/CEGEP.
Tasks:
- Conduct tests and analysis using other physical and chemical separation techniques.
- Conduct tests and analysis using spectroscopy techniques.
- Maintain laboratory equipment.
- Set up chemical experiments, tests and analyses.
- Assist in set up and conduction of chemical experiments.
- MS Office.
- Assist in development of standards, health and safety measures.
- Compile records and interpret experimental or analytical results.
- Prepare solution of gas or liquid, reagents, and sample formulations.
Type of resources:
Precious metal.
Analytical techniques:
- Chromatography.
- Particles, surface and colloid chemistry.
- Sampling.
- Spectometry by Inductively Coupled Plasma (ICP).
- Instrumentation.
Computer and technology knowledge:
- MS Excel.
- Desktop applications.
Type of industry experience:
- Industrial and inorganic chemicals.
- Organic and specialty chemical products.
- Scientific and professional equipment.
Area of specialization:
- Analytical chemistry.
- Industrial chemistry.
Transportation/travel information:
Own transportation.
Work conditions and physical capabilities:
- Manual dexterity.
- Attention to detail.
- Hand-eye co-ordination.
- Combination of sitting, standing, walking.
- Standing for extended periods.
Own tools/equipment:
Steel-toed safety boots.
Personal suitability:
- Accurate.
- Organized.
- Time management.
Screening questions:
- Do you have experience working in this field?.
- Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?.
Experience:
7 months to less than 1 year.
Employment terms options:
Day.
Health benefits:
- Dental plan.
- Health care plan.
- Vision care benefits.
Financial benefits:
- Bonus.
- Life insurance.
- Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP).
Other benefits:
- Free parking available.
- Learning/training paid by employer.
- Team building opportunities.
- Variable or compressed work week.