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Instrumentation Technician - ICP-OES

@ SGS

Burnaby, British Columbia

$20.50/hrOn-siteFull-time1+ years experience
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Overview

SGS, a global testing, inspection and certification company, is hiring a full-time Instrumentation Technician to run ICP-OES laboratory analyses. The role requires afternoon shifts (3pm to 11:30pm) and weekends, with 1 to 3 years of relevant laboratory experience and a science diploma or degree. The posting states a starting wage of $20.50 per hour.

Pay:

Up to $20.50 an hour

Responsibilities:

  • Perform laboratory analyses on ICP-OES following SOPs
  • Maintain daily logs and equipment record books
  • Carry out routine instrument checks and preventive maintenance
  • Keep lab supplies stocked and organized
  • Support H&S checks and incident reporting

Requirements summary:

  • Science diploma or BSc, or equivalent experience
  • 1 to 3 years of relevant laboratory experience
  • Available for afternoon shifts and weekends
Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2026-11-09
First seen by our source
2026-11-09
Source record updated
2026-11-09

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentQuality assurance
Experience1+ years
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Scheduleevening, weekends
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingLaboratory
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical low · computer moderate
LanguagesEnglish
Encouraged to applyIndigenous peoples
EducationBachelor’s degree (preferred), College diploma (required)
Fields of studyScience
Perks mentionedGenerous paid time off, Retirement plan

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Job description

Company Description

We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

Job Description

Please note: This position will require the successful candidate to be available for afternoon shift (3pm to 11:30pm) and weekends.

- Performs and executes laboratory techniques as per methods independently, following the company’s Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) to carry out analyses.
- Documents information by maintaining daily logs and equipment record books.
- Recording and periodically interpreting results to present to senior colleagues, results are evaluated in a timely manner.
- Keeps laboratory supplies readily available by inventorying stock.
- Assists in maintaining and operates equipment by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns and performing preventive maintenance. Record findings in logbook.
- Carry out routine instrument checks for compliance and accurate testing results. Record findings in logbooks.
- Assists with the preparation of method SOP’s, validation protocol and reporting.
- Demonstrates safe work habits and enforces a clean and organized working environment.
- Assists the Department Supervisor in monitoring and checking for the completion of all daily H&S checks, monthly H&S meetings, emergency protocol and any incident/accident reports

Qualifications

- Education: BSc. or Diploma in a Science related program or
equivalent experience or training
- Experience: Minimum 1 – 3 years of relevant laboratory work
experience required

Additional Information

Salary: starting at $20.50 per hour.

Some benefit highlights:

  • 80% coverage Health, Dental and Vision
  • Paid time off
  • RRSP Program Eligibility

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and Indigenous status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company's rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Accommodations are available on request for qualified candidates during each stage of the recruitment process.

Please note that candidates applying for Canadian job openings should be authorized to work in Canada.

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