CHEMIST ASSISTANT 1

Job title:

CHEMIST ASSISTANT 1

Company

City of Toronto

Job description

Job ID: 52283Job Category: Engineering & TechnicalDivision & Section: Toronto Water, Environment Energy & Emergency PlanningWork Location: 545 Commissioners St, TorontoJob Type & Duration: Part-time, Temporary (6-month) VacancyHourly Rate and Wage Grade: $37.11 – $40.65, TP5355,Shift Information: Please see belowAffiliation: L79 Full-timeNumber of Positions Open: 1Posting Period: 13-DEC-2024 to 27-DEC-2024Major Responsibilities:

• Performs organic/inorganic/microscopic/microbiological/physical testing and analysis of water, wastewater, sewage, biosolids, landfill, leachates, sludge, and industrial wastes to ensure compliance with applicable regulations, escalates results not in compliance.
• Participates in method validation work, in compliance with laboratory quality management system.
• Operates in complete accordance with all regulatory requirements, ensuring testing and analysis adheres to quality assurance/quality control procedures.
• Carries out sample preparation including portioning, measuring, weighing, dissolving, digesting or extracting for further analysis. Prepares chemical solutions and bacteriological media.
• Receives samples, performs testing and ensures sample data is recorded throughout the testing process. Review results and quality control data.
• Enters, reviews and approves analytical data using the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS). Performs calculations manually or utilizing computers.
• Ensures and conducts proper disposal of samples, chemicals and hazardous waste. Neutralizes samples prior to disposal (i.e. mercury waste/solvents/phenolic waste). Sterilizes and disposes of waste.
• Contributes to the updating and maintenance of documents regarding the laboratory quality system and adherence to all Quality Management System policies.
• Participates in proficiency testing (PT) as a requirement for accreditation.
• Adheres to Standard Operating Procedures.
• Participates in the testing and validation of instrumentation to ensure compliance with the laboratories quality management system. Documents date of completion and expiry. Maintains record of same.
• Assists with troubleshooting malfunctions and conducting preventative maintenance on laboratory equipment and instrumentation.
• Participates in accreditation assessments, ministry inspections and internal/external audits.
• Contributes to the preparation of documents for court processes. Attends court as a witness. Adheres to chain of custody protocol for all court case samples.
• Maintains knowledge of current and emerging technical developments.
• Demonstrates testing methods to staff and provides direction to students by providing technical/functional instructions on laboratory procedures.
• Orders lab supplies and maintains inventory

Key Qualifications:Your application must describe your qualifications as they relate to: * Post secondary education in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Environmental Studies or related field or approved equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Experience in organic or chemical testing of either water, wastewater, sludge, biosolids and/or landfill samples.
• Experience conducting mathematical calculations required for analytical chemistry.
• Knowledge of instrumental methods of analysis and experience with lab instrumentation including autosamplers, absorption/emission/mass spectrophotometers, and/or various chromatographic instruments.
• Experience with computers and software such as MS Office Suite, including familiarity with database and spreadsheet software.

You must also have:

• Ability to work in an organized and tidy manner.
• Ability to communicate effectively with lab clients and other lab staff and work as part of a team.
• Must be familiar with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, the Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) and the Regulations that apply to this work.
• Must be available to travel to various work locations, as required.
• Ability to work regular shifts, including weekends and overtime as required.
• Experience with a LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System) would be an asset.
• Knowledge of ISO17025 would be an asset.

Notes:

• Priority consideration will be given to applicants with Local 79 seniority or aggregate service as of the job posting closing and job offer dates
• Applicants are required to demonstrate in their application/resume that their qualifications match those specified in the job posting. Additional information submitted after the job posting closing date will not be accepted

• Assessment may include an interview, written and/or practical test. Location of assessment to be determined
• Work location reflects what is known at the time of posting
• An employee’s reporting relationship and/or work location may change due to operational reasons and in accordance with the Local 79 Full-time Collective Agreement
• Information in preparing for City job competitions is available on the Job Opportunities website.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion:The City is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to creating a workplace culture of inclusiveness that reflects the diverse residents that we serve. Learn more about the City’s commitment to .Accommodation:The City of Toronto is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs. . Learn more about the City’s .

Expected salary

$37.11 – 40.65 per hour

Location

Toronto, ON

Job date

Sun, 15 Dec 2024 04:42:09 GMT

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