Job Description
Do you believe in the power of teamwork and sharing ideas? Do you take pride in delivering exceptional quality and service with everything you do? Do you seek out ideas for improving the status quo?
If you want to make a difference and love being surrounded by the best and the brightest minds, Bureau Veritas Canada might be the place for you!
Here are our Core Values:
Trusted
Responsible
Ambitious & Humble
Open & Inclusive
If these values resonate with you, Bureau Veritas is looking for a
Job Title: Sample Support Technician
Reports to: Lab Supervisor / Manager
Department: Inorganics and/or Organics
Location: Calgary
Fixed Term (Contract) until November, 2026
Basic Purpose:
To archive or dry and grind samples and to ensure all relevant procedures are followed safely and on time. This is similar to a ‘general labor’ position in a fast-paced, production type of environment involving heavy lifting (up to 40lbs), repetitive tasks and physical work.
Key Accountability/Responsibilities:
Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure accuracy, quality of work and compliance.
Follow all laboratory safety rules and regulations diligently. Adhere to BV Code of Ethics Policy.
General lab support in the environmental processing department to provide support in regards to sample distribution, preparation (grinding of rock & soil samples etc.) and archiving functions.
Ensure that all assigned and changing deadlines / Turnaround times are consistently met.
Prioritize jobs according to Rush and client specific deadlines.
Process email as required.
Employs proper lab techniques to minimize risk of miss-scanning and loss of sample. Ensure that cross contamination/mislabelling between samples and other materials does not occur.
Provide support to other members of the section.
Responsible for ensuring that Good House Keeping standards are followed and sustained at all times. Maintain department in a clean, safe and organized manner.
Other responsibilities as assigned by Supervisor/ Team Lead or Manager.
Skills and Knowledge:
High School education at minimum
Possess strong time management and organizational skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities and tight timelines.
Ability to evaluate priorities and multitasking accordingly.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Good record keeping skills and attention to detail.
Ability to accurately follow instructions.
Excellent computer skills, proficient in MS Office
Good communication skills (both written and verbal).
Dynamic, energetic, motivated professional with a business outlook and "can-do" attitude.
Working Conditions:
Expected to perform repetitive physical work as required and according to deadlines.
Time pressures to meet established deadlines. Changing priorities and balancing workload to meet new constraints.
Ability to work in a fast paced environment.
Require flexible working hours and shift work, including weekends.
Exposure to Hazardous materials is present in this role requiring use of established safety procedures and appropriate equipment.
Ability to lift up to 40Lbs.
Ability to stand for extended periods.
The ideal candidate should be able to start immediately.
The salary range for this role is $18
If you want to make a difference and love being surrounded by the best and the brightest minds, Bureau Veritas Canada might be the place for you!
Here are our Core Values:
Trusted
Responsible
Ambitious & Humble
Open & Inclusive
If these values resonate with you, Bureau Veritas is looking for a
Job Title: Sample Support Technician
Reports to: Lab Supervisor / Manager
Department: Inorganics and/or Organics
Location: Calgary
Fixed Term (Contract) until November, 2026
Basic Purpose:
To archive or dry and grind samples and to ensure all relevant procedures are followed safely and on time. This is similar to a ‘general labor’ position in a fast-paced, production type of environment involving heavy lifting (up to 40lbs), repetitive tasks and physical work.
Key Accountability/Responsibilities:
Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure accuracy, quality of work and compliance.
Follow all laboratory safety rules and regulations diligently. Adhere to BV Code of Ethics Policy.
General lab support in the environmental processing department to provide support in regards to sample distribution, preparation (grinding of rock & soil samples etc.) and archiving functions.
Ensure that all assigned and changing deadlines / Turnaround times are consistently met.
Prioritize jobs according to Rush and client specific deadlines.
Process email as required.
Employs proper lab techniques to minimize risk of miss-scanning and loss of sample. Ensure that cross contamination/mislabelling between samples and other materials does not occur.
Provide support to other members of the section.
Responsible for ensuring that Good House Keeping standards are followed and sustained at all times. Maintain department in a clean, safe and organized manner.
Other responsibilities as assigned by Supervisor/ Team Lead or Manager.
Skills and Knowledge:
High School education at minimum
Possess strong time management and organizational skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities and tight timelines.
Ability to evaluate priorities and multitasking accordingly.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Good record keeping skills and attention to detail.
Ability to accurately follow instructions.
Excellent computer skills, proficient in MS Office
Good communication skills (both written and verbal).
Dynamic, energetic, motivated professional with a business outlook and "can-do" attitude.
Working Conditions:
Expected to perform repetitive physical work as required and according to deadlines.
Time pressures to meet established deadlines. Changing priorities and balancing workload to meet new constraints.
Ability to work in a fast paced environment.
Require flexible working hours and shift work, including weekends.
Exposure to Hazardous materials is present in this role requiring use of established safety procedures and appropriate equipment.
Ability to lift up to 40Lbs.
Ability to stand for extended periods.
The ideal candidate should be able to start immediately.
The salary range for this role is $18
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Sample Support Technician position is now open for candidates interested in the Technician Jobs sector. This role in Calgary offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Technician Jobs is a plus.
