Laboratory Assistant

Highlights of the Job

We are hiring one (1) full-time permanent Laboratory Assistant working out of the Rossdale Water Treatment Plant in Edmonton AB.

The Laboratory Services Assistant plays an important role in supporting EPCORs laboratory operations by ensuring the timely collection transportation and handling of water and wastewater samples. This position combines fieldwork laboratory support inventory management and data entry responsibilities to help maintain regulatory compliance and deliver high-quality analytical services.

We welcome applications frominternal and external candidates.EPCOR employees should apply usingtheir @email address to ensure proper consideration of internal seniority.

Whatyoudbe responsible for

Under the direction of the Manager Laboratory Customer Service & Informatics you will:

• Safely operate EPCOR vehicles and perform extensive driving across the city and EPCOR sites.
• Clean and prepare routine and specialized glassware using standardized procedures.
• Ensure laboratory materials and supplies are consistently available.
• Collect reservoir distribution and Water/Wastewater Treatment Plant samples safely and on time.
• Collect water samples from businesses fire stations and other locations to meet Alberta Environment and Protected Areas regulatory requirements.
• Prepare and pack sample bottles for commercial and external site water testing.
• Maintain critical lab support equipment (e.g. deionized water units dishwashers).
• Deliver samples to EPCOR Public Health and other laboratories as required.
• Prepare documentation and enter data into the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
• Organize inventory flow and track laboratory stock.
• Arrange shipping and receiving of laboratory materials.
• Perform errands for materials and supplies including picking up samples from bus stations and airports.
• Occasionally assist with special project sampling including residential homes.

Whats Required to Be Successful

• Education: High School Diploma (Grade 12) GED or equivalent secondary education
  • Science 30 (Chemistry/Biology/Physics) is an asset.

• Experience: 12 years in a laboratory environment.
• Familiarity with lab equipment (dishwashers deionizers).
• Training in lab safety (WHMIS TDG) is an asset.
• Basic understanding of water/wastewater treatment and distribution systems is an asset.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel Outlook).
• Valid Class 5 Alberta Motor Vehicle Operators License
  • Ability to qualify for and maintain an EPCOR driverspermit
  • A Driver Abstract (5yr. Commercial type) maybe
  • Limited to6demerits or less
  • Past infractions for unsafe driving may result in non-selection
• Ability to meet physical demands (lifting up to 20 kg/45 lbs daily); pre-placement medical and drug/alcohol testing may be required.

Other important facts about this job

Jurisdiction: CSU52

Class:A1

Wage:Starting at$30.05per hour

• Final Wage and Step will be determined at the time of selection and are subject to change based on the ratification of the new Collective Agreement.

Hours of work: 75hours biweekly

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Please note the following information:

• A requirement of working for EPCOR is that you are at least 18 years of age successfullyattaineda high school diploma (GED or equivalent level of secondary education) and legally entitled to work in Canada. (A copy of a valid work permit may berequired.)
• If you are considered for the position clearanceison all applicable background checks (which may include criminal identity educational and/or credit) and professional reference checks. Some EPCOR positions require an enhanced level of background assessment which is dictated by law. These positions require advanced criminal record checks that must also be conducted from time to time after commencement of employment.
• A technical/practical assessment may be administered during the selectionprocessand this exercise will be used as a part of the selection criterion.
• To meet the physical demands requiredofsome positions candidates must be in good physical condition and willing to work in all weather conditions. Clearance on pre-placement medical and drug and alcohol testing may berequired.
• Prior infractions for unsafe drivingbehaviourswill be evaluated and considered for non-selectionregardless of current demerits on file.
• If youare required toprovide your ownpersonalreliable vehicle:Successful applicants must provide their own vehicles withappropriate insurancein accordance withEPCORs Employee Mileage Reimbursement Policy. You will be reimbursedin accordance withEPCORs Employee Mileage Reimbursement Policy.
• Use of AI:Our recruitment process may use technologyassistedtools including artificial intelligence to support application screening and certain assessment steps. All recruitment activities including hiring decisions are led by our hiring managers and talent acquisition team.