Job Description – Mining Laboratory Technician
LOCATION: Maple Ridge, BC
EXPERIENCE LEVEL: 1-3 years experience in a Mining Laboratory
JOB TYPE: Full-Time
PMC Ltd is an exciting Mineral Services Laboratory that has spent the last 15 years focused on providing high quality mineralogical and metallurgical testing and analysis.
DESCRIPTION:
We are looking for people who show up with a positive attitude and ready to work. The laboratory technician follows Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to carry out routine sample preparation, mineral separation, and quality control / quality assurance support.
JOB DUTIES:
- Carries out sample preparation including riffle splitting, homogenizing, crushing / milling and screening.
- Carries out mineral separation techniques including heavy liquid separation, flotation, gravity separation
- Plans and organizes lab work to maximize time efficiency and complete tasks proficiently.
- Records and maintains all test results in project folders while implementing QA/QC protocols.
- Creates and maintains a safe working environment by being knowledgeable, competent and committed to health, safety and welfare in the workplace.
- General labour
- Other duties and responsibilities as required
TRAINING AND SKILLS:
- Preference will be given to those with previous laboratory experience
- Minimum High School Education
- Post Secondary Education in Science, Engineering or related field is an asset
- Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Word and Excel.
- High-level written and verbal communication skills.
- Highly organized and capable of handling large volumes of samples and data.
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and as part of a small team
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Work is performed in a laboratory
- Health and Safety guidelines as directed by the Worksafe BC are to be followed.
- Regular work hours are from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm Monday to Friday - additional hours may be necessary to complete tasks and maintain when necessary.
All are encouraged to apply – however only those selected for an interview will be contacted
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Fixed term contract
Pay: $19.00-$22.00 per hour
Expected hours: 32 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Maple Ridge, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Application question(s):
- Are you located between Maple Ridge, Coquitlam, Langley, Mission, Pitt Meadows, Surrey, and Abbotsford?
- Do you have a car or access to transportation?
Experience:
- Lab Technician: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 2025-09-01