Agilus is recruiting for a Lab Technician III in the oil & gas sector in Fort McMurray, Alberta. Total rewards:$35.00 - $40.00 hourlyThis role is rotational on a 14/14 scheduleFly in / Fly out to/from Surmont12 Months of contract positionA typical day:Ensure laboratory facility is kept clean and in a safe and functional condition, ensure that all laboratory supplies and expendables are available and in stock.Interface with Operators, Process and Facility Engineers, and Site Management

Stay current with new technologies and test methods for continuous improvement of laboratory function.Support and comply with the policies, goals, efforts, and programs of CPCs Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) Management System.Perform various routine tests in an efficient manner, not limited to the following: pH, turbidity, conductivity, hardness, alkalinity, sulfites, chlorides, silica, bitumen-in-water, density, viscosity, BS&W, and Particle Analysis.Communicate off-spec sample results clearly and efficiently.Utilize, calibrate and maintain equipment including, but not limited to: TOC/TIC analyzer, IC, ICP-OES, Hach Spectrometer, Moisture Analyzer, Anton Paar Densitometer/Viscometer, Karl Fischer titrator, centrifuges, Particle Analyzer.Troubleshoot and calibrate equipment and perform preventative and corrective maintenance.Collect process samples in an operating plant, following all applicable safety precautions

Provide necessary training and coaching to junior members of lab staff team; work in a team environment to accomplish goalsSuccessful candidates will have:Minimum Chemistry technology / Laboratory technology degree; diploma or equivalent.Minimum 5 years analytical and QA/QC experience.This is a safety sensitive position and will be subject to the relevant requirements of the CPC’s Alcohol and Drug policy, which includes pre-assignment testing.Experience in troubleshooting, modification and validation of methods.Proven ability to maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment, Self starter; ability to work with limited direction.Strong written and verbal communications skills

Basic skills in Microsoft Productivity programs. Ability to work effectively in a team environment, utilizing strong organizational and time management skills.Ability to comply with a 14/14 rotational schedule, day shift and night shift

Valid drivers license

Comfortable/Able to drive a half ton pickup truck.This posting is for an active opening. Interested? Please apply directly online Agilus would like to thank all candidates for their interest in this opportunity. Due to the volume of resumes we receive; we may only be able to respond directly to those candidates being selected for an interview.We encourage you to visit agilus.ca regularly or subscribe to our email alerts at agilus.ca/Account/Register as new exciting employment opportunities become available daily.