chemical technician

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment

• Odours
• Dusty

Work setting

• Research institute, laboratory or centre

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Conduct tests and analysis using spectroscopy techniques
• Maintain laboratory equipment
• Operate laboratory apparatus
• Assist in set up and conduction of chemical experiments
• Compile records for analytical studies
• MS Office
• Assist in developing programs of sampling and analysis to maintain quality standards
• Operate experimental chemical or petrochemical pilot plant
• Assist in design and fabrication of experimental apparatus
• Prepare solution of gas or liquid, reagents, and sample formulations

Experience and specialization

Analytical techniques

• Spectroscopy
• Sampling

Computer and technology knowledge

• MS Excel

Area of work experience

• Analysis
• Process troubleshooting
• Product development and formulation
• Quality assurance and control

Type of industry experience

• Industrial and inorganic chemicals
• Organic and specialty chemical products

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Manual dexterity
• Attention to detail
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Ability to distinguish between colours
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Judgement
• Organized