Laboratory Technologist

Affiliation : MoveUP

Employment Status : Full-Time Regular

Salary : $3,282.00 Bi-weekly

Workplace Flexibility : No

Posting End Date : Open until filled

As the province’s largest energy provider with more than 100 years of knowledge and experience, we proudly deliver renewable energy, natural gas, electricity and propane to 1.2 million customers.

We're actively seeking new talent to join our mission of transforming B.C.'s energy landscape. As one of with a diverse team of over 2,600 employees, we are committed to a safe and inclusive culture where each of us can connect, belong, and grow.

Join us, and together, let's shape a brighter future for B.C.

Responsibilities

Collects, analyzes, monitors and tests a variety of gases and gas systems for odorant levels, as well as other contaminates, lubricants, combustibles and other products associated with gas operations in accordance with federal, provincial and company standards.

Monitors quality of gas purchased by pipeline from transmission companies and tank car. Keeps accurate records, prepares reports, and advises appropriate groups of results.

Computes odorant bulk tank filling schedule requirements.

Research, develop and make recommendations regarding odorant levels in gas systems and arranges changes in injection rates;

test procedures and methods; odorant blends; problems in the gas system; equipment for field and plant use; and the use, modification, or cancellation of odorizer and injector equipment.

Continuously works with new company projects developing specifications for alternative energy such as bio gas plants.

• Organizes, operates and maintains the FortisBC laboratory including selecting, tendering and expediting equipment; assisting in the preparation of the annual budget for the lab by compiling data related to costs and equipment needs;
• maintaining adequate stocks of laboratory supplies; investigating analysis instrument equipment requirements for laboratory and field;

and maintaining and calibrating a variety of analyzers and equipment.

Develop and make recommendations regarding standards and procedures related to handling of chemicals and chemical analysis;

emergency spill response; sample collection; call outs; troubleshooting; and odorant testing. Reviews levels of contaminants for inclusion in contract documents for natural gas and propane.

• Advises field personnel of gas concentration and odorization levels; instructs field personnel in method of collection and operation of specialized test equipment.
• Acts a liaison with Transport Canada inspectors regarding the application of transportation and dangerous goods regulations and with transmission companies regarding upstream fluctuations in factors affecting background odor and overall gas composition and quality.

Liaises with and obtains services of related FortisBC departments and outside testing agencies.

• Carries out responsibilities in accordance with established safety rules and regulations and participates in workplace safety initiatives as required.
• Performs duties of a minor nature related to the above duties, including driving a vehicle, which do not affect the rating of the job.

Requirements

• Completion of a recognized post-secondary technologist diploma in an appropriate discipline, or equivalent.
• Certified or eligible for certification at the technologist level by the Applied Sciences Technologists and Technicians of British Columbia.
• Six (6) years directly related relevant experience.
• Ability to work without direct supervision.
• Computer literacy including familiarity with applications software in use in the department.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Sound interpersonal skills.
• Liaison experience with suppliers, contractors and industry associations.
• Normal sense of smell.
• Valid Class 5 BC driver’s license.

Our engaging workplace offers a wide range of challenging opportunities, while being safe, inclusive and diverse. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, while supporting life-long career development.

We also encourage volunteerism and nourish the need to give back to your community.

To learn more about the recruitment process with FortisBC, please visit the page for additional information.

FortisBC acknowledges and respects Indigenous Peoples in Canada, on whose Traditional Territories we all live and work. FortisBC is committed to Reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples and is guided by our .