Position Summary
Acuren Group is hiring a Chemical Laboratory Technician to join our team in Edmonton, AB!
If you're passionate about laboratory analysis, have a keen eye for detail, and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from you. Join an industry leader where you'll have the opportunity to expand your skills, grow your career, and work alongside a knowledgeable and supportive team.
Position Details:
- Full-time, permanent position
- Based in Edmonton, Alberta
- Monday to Friday, 8-hour day shifts
- Modern laboratory environment
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
Laboratory sample preparation, testing and analysis following clearly defined procedures including:
- Preparing and analyzing samples for chemical analysis according to the lab procedure manual;
- Performing materials tests, including tensile, Charpy impact, bend, hardness, etc., and metallurgical sample preparation as per ASTM or other published standards;
- Conducting basic maintenance of equipment as directed;
- Operating and calibrating of the analysis equipment as directed;
- Basic reporting of results as required by lab procedures.
Support of Laboratory Operations by:
- Ensuring all instruments, tools, equipment and computers are maintained and in good working condition, and calibrated as required;
- Maintaining the testing lab and testing area in a safe, clean and well-organized manner;
- Maintaining equipment files that contain such information as equipment datasheet and maintenance history;
- Following direction of laboratory work orders/instructions and providing results in a timely manner.
Education:
- Technical diploma in Chemical Engineering Technology is required for this position.
- Technical diploma in Materials, Metallurgy, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or a related discipline considered an asset.
- Background with materials standards/specifications and analysis would be an asset, including industrial codes and standards related to materials, welding, tanks, piping, structures and pressure equipment.
Experience & Technical Skills:
- Hands-on work experience required; previous experience in a laboratory or industrial environment is preferred.
- Experience with laboratory equipment such as optical emission spectroscopy, drill press, tensile tester, Charpy impact tester, hardness tester, bend tester, fracture mechanics equipment, etc. is an asset.
- Strong mechanical aptitude, including troubleshooting equipment, working with tools, or performing equipment maintenance.
- Proficiency with MS Office applications required.
- Valid Class 5 driver’s license with a clean record required.
Communication, Safety/Compliance & Work Style:
- Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.
- Self-motivated and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication skills (verbal and written) with the ability to work effectively on-site and interact with clients, team members, and supervisors.
- Ability to produce clear, accurate, and professional reports.
- Comfortable working safely in a laboratory environment.
- Ability to stand for an extended period of time
The strength of Acuren lies in its outstanding people. As a rapidly growing, intensely innovative, international publicly traded company, the opportunities to pursue challenging and diverse career development paths are vast.
Complemented by an attractive and comprehensive total compensation package, including paid time off, employer paid benefits, RRSP + Company match, tuition grants, discounted fitness memberships and insurance offerings, employee assistance programs and more! At Acuren we commit to the principles of a respectful workplace and offer tremendous opportunities to those who wish to succeed.
Join our team at Acuren and embark on a rewarding journey where you will contribute to the company's growth and success while advancing your career. Apply now to be part of our dedicated team of professionals.
As an organization, our strength comes from the ability to embody our core values - People First, Integrity Always, Pride In Our Work, and Growth Together. None of these values is more important than People First, and we are…
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