Chemical Technician

The Chemical Technician is a multidisciplinary member within the Tomlinson Industrial Waste Division. An ideal Chemical Technician is a team member who must complete work activities under minimal supervision.

Job Location:5555 Power Road Ottawa ON

Hours: 1:00pm - 10:00pm

Vacancy Type: New

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

SAFETY

• The Chemical Technician must promote a safe work culture and is accountable for the safety of the crew as they work around chemical waste. They must understand the responsibilities of their role; ensuring that proper PPE is used to complete the assigned task(s).

  • Knowing understanding and complying with various safety regulations (Occupational Health and Safety Act) and Company safety policies and procedures

  • Actively participate in daily safety tailgate meetings

  • Conduct daily checks of stored waste at the end of shift

  • Know how to follow the contingency plan in the case of an emergency

DUTIES

• The Chemical Technician is primarily responsible for the chemical processing of waste during the assigned shift. This will involve work in lab-pack processing andother processing areas.

• The Chemical Technician role will also perform on-site duties at various customer sites that required the skills of a Chemical Technician. This will also include inventory counts lab-packing activities and sampling from industrial commercial and institutional sites.

• Other duties as assigned:

  • Proper segregation of chemical waste

  • Processing treatment and disposal of Lab-Pack waste

  • Collecting samples from incoming waste containers

  • Collecting samples of various tanks on site

  • Environmental Testing of samples in the laboratory

  • Bench testing of samples

  • Act as a first responder for incoming spill calls

  • Be part of the spill response team

  • Provide technical advice to team members

  • Other duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Frequent physical work

• Exposure to the elements summer heat rain cold etc.

• Long hours may occasionally be required evening and weekend work

• Be part of the On-Call Rotation team.

EXPERIENCE

• University degree or College diploma in Chemistry or Environmental Sciences

  • ORin the absence of a degree or a diploma have a combination of relative education and experience with chemical work in in the industrial/hazardous waste industry;ORa minimum 5 years similar chemical work experience within industrial/hazardous waste industry

• Minimum two years water treatement experience.

• Must have class G license and reliable transportation

• Knowledge of Ontario Environmental Regulations would be an asset

• Knowledge in TDGA would be an asset

• NFPA 472 or HAZWOPER would be an asset.

COMPENSATION INFORMATION

The expected wage for this position is $28 - $30 per hour. Placement within the range is dependant on a variety of factors including qualifications and experience.