Posted 4 months ago
Laboratory Analyst (Asbestos)
@ EMSL CANADA INC
Mississauga, Ontario
Overview
EMSL Canada is hiring a full-time Laboratory Analyst (Asbestos) in Mississauga, ON. The analyst prepares and examines bulk materials for asbestos using PLM, PCM and TEM microscopy, with on-the-job training provided. The posting states a $21.00 hourly rate, Monday to Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and supplemental benefits with paid time off.
Pay:
Up to $21 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Prepare and analyze bulk materials for asbestos content using PLM, PCM and TEM
- Determine visual percentage and optical properties of materials
- Clean, maintain and troubleshoot laboratory equipment
- Generate analytical reports and enter data into LIMS
- Perform quality control per the company QA/QC manual
Requirements summary:
- Two-year diploma in geology or related science
- Authorization to work in Canada without restriction or sponsorship
- Light microscopy or petrographic microscope training preferred
- Some laboratory experience preferred
- 0 to 1 years' asbestos PLM/TEM/PCM experience
- Ability to distinguish colours
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-07-22
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-15
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-15
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Environment, health & safety |
| Experience | 0+ years |
| Hours per week | 37.5 |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: minimal · ground: none |
| Work setting | Laboratory, Office |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Education | College diploma (required) |
| Fields of study | Geology, Related science |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off |
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EMSL CANADA INC
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Full company description
As the nation's leading environmental testing firm, EMSL Canada's network of laboratories has been providing quality analytical services since 1981. We offer a wide array of analytical testing services to support environmental investigations focused on asbestos, microbiology, lead paint, environmental chemistry, indoor air quality, industrial hygiene and food testing. Additionally, we also provide materials testing, characterization, and forensic laboratory services for a wide range of commercial, industrial, regulatory, and law enforcement clients. Our unmatched capacity coupled with a company-wide focus on customer satisfaction makes no project too large or too small. Our corporate research and development capabilities allow us to bring new methodologies on line quickly to meet new industry challenges and client needs. In recruiting and retaining talented and motivated scientists on a national scope, our expertise is marshaled throughout a nationwide network of analytical laboratories. We are committed to providing reliable, defensible data in a standardized and user-friendly format. Rapid turnaround and competitive prices make the dependable results you get that much more valuable. At EMSL, we're much more than another testing laboratory. We are your project partner!
- LinkedIn followers
- 595
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 17
- Reported office locations
- 2756 Slough Street, Toronto, Ontario L4T 1G3, CA
- 20 Amber St, Unit #16, Markham, Ontario L3R 5P4, CA
- 22 Antares Dr, Suite 102, Ottawa, Ontario K2E, CA
- 416 Meridian Road Southeast, Building C, Calgary, Alberta T2A 1X2, CA
- 4200 Rue Seré, Montreal, Quebec H4T 1A6, CA
- 7964 Winston St, Suite 200, Burnaby, British Columbia V5A 2H5, CA
- Other recorded names
- EMSL ANALYTICAL INC
- EMSL CANADA INC
- EMSL Canada, Inc.
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As the nation's leading environmental testing firm, EMSL Canada's network of laboratories has been providing quality analytical services since 1981. We offer a wide array of analytical testing services to support environmental investigations focused on asbestos, microbiology, lead paint, environmental chemistry, indoor air quality, industrial hygiene and food testing. Additionally, we also provide materials…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Environmental Services |
| Company size | 51-200 employees |
| Headquarters | Toronto, Ontario |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1981 |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 4 |
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EMSL Canada is seeking a Laboratory Analyst (Asbestos) in Mississauga, ON. No laboratory experience is required, just a desire to learn technical skills and become proficient in common laboratory practices and procedures. On-the-job training will be provided for all new employees.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Preparation and analysis of bulk and solid materials for asbestos content using PLM (Polarized Light Microscopy), PCM (Phase Contrast Microscopy), and/or TEM (Transmission Electron Microscopy), and all ancillary quality control procedures
Determination of visual percentage and optical properties of asbestos and non-asbestos material
Clean, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment as needed
Generate analytical reports and enter data into LIMS system
Perform quality control practices per company Quality Assurance/Quality Control manual
Administrative duties including sample login and data entry, scanning and emailing reports and answering phones
Other responsibilities as deemed necessary by the manager
Qualifications
Requirements:
2 year Diploma in Geology or related science is required
Authorization to work in Canada indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
Light microscopy, optical mineralogy/petrographic microscope training preferred
Some Laboratory experience either in academic or commercial setting
0 to 1 years’ experience performing asbestos PLM/TEM/PCM analysis
Ability to distinguish colors in order to perform analysis
Ability to work independently and as a part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability and a positive attitude
Effective time management, organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task and prioritize with minimal assistance
Ability to travel for training to another EMSL location either to U.S. and/or Canada
Available Shift:
Position is full-time, Monday to Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Mississauga, ON are encouraged to apply.
EMSL Canada offers supplemental benefits and paid time off. The pay rate for this position is $21.00 per hour.
EMSL does not utilize AI tools in any way in its hiring process.
To find out more about EMSL Canada please visit our website at: www.emslcanada.ca/
EMSL Canada is an equal opportunity employer
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