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Part-Time Laboratory Assistant
Department: Water and Waste
Division: Environmental Standards
Designated Work Location: 2230 Main St. (N.E.W.P.C.C.), On site
Position Type: Temporary/Part-Time Casual
Salary: $19.21 to $22.86 per hour (up to 28 hours per week), as per the Laboratory Assistant classification within the C.U.P.E Collective Agreement
Posting No: 123543
Closing Date: July 11, 2023
Providing a wide range of services to over half of all Manitobans, The City of Winnipeg is one of the largest employers in Manitoba. We provide a comprehensive range of benefits and career opportunities to our employees. These include competitive salaries, employer-paid benefits, dental and vision care, pension plans, and maternity/parental leave programs. Additionally, we offer education, training, and staff development opportunities to ensure that our employees are equipped with the necessary skills to advance in their careers.
Our Benefits web page provides detailed information about the benefits we offer, and we encourage you to visit it for further information at City of Winnipeg Benefits . We take pride in fostering a , diverse , safe, and healthy workplace where our employees can thrive and achieve their full potential.
The City is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse skilled workforce that is representative and reflective of the community we serve. Applications are encouraged from equity groups that have been and continue to be underrepresented at the City; Indigenous Peoples, Women, Racialized Peoples, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQQIA+ Peoples and Newcomers are encouraged to self-declare.
Requests for Reasonable Accommodation will be accepted during the hiring process.
Preference to internal applicants may be applied.
Job Profile
Assists with Routine and Seasonal Monitoring Programs; performs sampling, basic laboratory analysis, and routine calibrations on basic lab equipment (e.g. pH, conductivity, dissolved oxygen, turbidity).
As The Part-time Laboratory Assistantyou Will
- Collect samples from various stages or locations of the department’s systems.
- Perform sample preparation, sample splitting for further analysis by other technicians.
- Perform basic maintenance on sampling and testing equipment.
- Perform cleaning of wastewater samplers, work areas, basic laboratory equipment and laboratory sampling vehicles.
- Record and enter data into the department’s databases.
Your Education And Qualifications Include
- Completion of at least 1 year of a recognized university program in general science with a chemistry major or equivalent program, or college program in Science Laboratory T echnology.
- Familiarity with chemistry and basic laboratory analysis techniques and safety practices.
- Familiarity with the use of a computer and word processing, spreadsheet and database software applications.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and verbally, with other laboratory and management staff, and the public.
- Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with employees at all levels of the organization, external contacts and the public, in accordance with the Respectful Workplace Standard.
Conditions Of Employment
- The successful applicant must maintain legal eligibility to work in Canada. If the successful applicant possesses a work permit, it is their responsibility to ensure the permit remains valid.
- A Police Information Check satisfactory to the employer will be required from the successful candidate, at their expense.
- Must possess and maintain a valid Class 5 Manitoba Driver’s Licence.
- Must be physically capable of performing all the duties of this position in various weather conditions.
How To Apply
APPLY ONLINE, including all documentation listed below:
- Current resume AND Application Form (Required).
- Indicate the year and area of study in your cover letter and include post-secondary (university or college) transcripts with your application. (Required)
- Applications submitted without REQUIRED documentation will not be considered.
- Your application documents must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications of the position. *
Hours of Work: Will include Saturdays, Sundays, and Holidays, Hours could include 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., or 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. or as required/assigned
Employee Group: C.U.P.E.
Position Reports To: Laboratory Supervisor
Notes
- Applicants may be required to undergo testing to determine their knowledge, abilities, and skills as they relate to the qualifications of the position.
- The various work environments that the position may encounter during the course of a normal working day may subject the employee to noxious odours, gas, dust and occasional exposure to adverse weather. An employee working in these environments must practice safe working habits and adhere to safety policies and guidelines.
- The successful applicant will be required to provide a Notice of Driver’s Licence In Force document upon request.
- The successful applicant will be required to complete job specific training required for this position as directed.
Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
