Laboratory Technician

Fort St. John, BC | Monday-Friday (5/2 Schedule) | Fleet Vehicle Provided to site

We are currently seeking an experienced Laboratory Technologist / Chemical Analyst to join a leading oil and gas client in Fort St. John, British Columbia. This position plays a critical role in supporting plant operations through accurate chemical analysis, quality assurance testing, and laboratory equipment maintenance.

Working closely with Operations, Engineering, and Site Leadership teams, the successful candidate will provide reliable laboratory data that supports safe, efficient, and compliant facility performance.

What You'll Be Doing

Laboratory Testing & Analysis

• Collect process samples safely from an operating gas plant, including sampling activities that may require supplied-air respiratory protection.
• Perform a variety of routine and specialized laboratory analyses, including:
• pH
• Turbidity
• Conductivity
• Sulfites
• Chlorides
• Density
• Viscosity
• BS&W (Basic Sediment & Water)
• X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF)
• Analyze results and promptly communicate off-specification findings to operations personnel.

Equipment Operation & Maintenance

• Operate, calibrate, troubleshoot, and maintain laboratory instrumentation, including:
• Anton Paar Densitometers & Viscometers
• Automated Titrators
• Centrifuges
• XOS X-Ray Fluorescence Analyzers
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance to ensure equipment reliability and accuracy.
• Support method validation, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Quality Assurance & Safety

• Maintain compliance with laboratory QA/QC programs and testing procedures.
• Ensure accurate reporting, documentation, and data integrity.
• Maintain laboratory inventory and coordinate supplies and consumables.
• Keep laboratory facilities clean, organized, safe, and operational.
• Adhere to all Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies and procedures.

Collaboration

• Partner with Operators, Process Engineers, Facility Engineers, and Site Management.
• Assist in training plant personnel on laboratory procedures and analytical methods.
• Stay informed on emerging technologies and industry best practices to drive continuous improvement.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in:
• Chemical Technology
• Laboratory Technology
• Chemistry
• Analytical Sciences
• Related scientific discipline
• Minimum 5 years of analytical laboratory and QA/QC experience in an industrial environment.
• Hands-on experience calibrating, troubleshooting, maintaining, and validating laboratory instrumentation.
• Experience modifying and validating analytical test methods.
• Strong understanding of laboratory quality systems and data management practices.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Valid driver's license.
• Successful candidates must live in Fort St. John, BC or within commutable area.
• Legally authorized to work in Canada without sponsorship.
• Ability to successfully complete pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.

Preferred Experience

• Natural Gas Processing Facilities
• SAGD Operations
• Refineries
• Petrochemical Plants
• Industrial Water or Wastewater Treatment Facilities
• Laboratory QA/QC Program Implementation
• Process Water and Wastewater Test Methods
• Strong HSE leadership and safety-first mindset

Compensation: $35–$40/hr depending on experience, classification, and contract structure. Final compensation will be determined based on candidate qualifications and client requirements.

Vacancy Status: This posting is to fill a current vacancy for a contract assignment.

AI Disclosure: AI tools may be used to support resume screening.

About Airswift:

Airswift is an international workforce solutions provider within the energy, process and infrastructure industries. Airswift serves as a strategic partner to clients, offering a turnkey workforce solution to capture and deliver the top talent needed to complete successful projects by aligning with unique project needs. With over 1000 employees and 9,000 contractors operating in over 60 countries, Airswift's geographical reach and pool of talent available is unmatched in the industry.