Laboratory Technician - XRF

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Job Title: Laboratory Technician – XRF 

Reports to: Laboratory Supervisor / Laboratory Manager

Department: Metals and Minerals

Location: Vancouver. B.C.

Full-Time Contract

June 2025 - November 2025

Basic Purpose:

Reporting to the Senior Manager, laboratory Operations and under the supervision of the XRF technical supervisor, the XRF Technician position performs routine and non-routine duties in the XRF Lab including preparing XRF samples for analysis. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Accurately conduct routine and non-routine analyses of samples using the appropriate method and in accordance with the established schedule such as high temperature Lithium tetraborate fusion and LOI.

• Weigh XRF samples according to established procedures.

• Perform sample preparation consisting of high temperature Lithium tetraborate fusion.

• Provide technical support to senior technicians and may assist in training new employees.

• Report all breakdowns or other equipment problems to the supervisor or manager.

• Perform routine washing and other cleanup duties as required.

• Operate required instruments such as XRF and its associated computers.

• Suggest modifications to routine analytical procedures to improve accuracy.

• Comply with occupational health and safety legislation, BV Group Policies and Procedures, Upstream Minerals Management System Policies and Procedures and ISO standards applicable to the XRF technician.

• Act in a safe and professional manner and wear appropriate attire including the required personal protective equipment (PPE)

• Other duties or tasks assigned from time to time

Skills and Competencies:

• Excellent English, verbal and written
• Strong interpersonal, organizing and time management skills
• Excellent attention to details and workplace/work-related safety
• Precision in handling laboratory tools is required, as well as accuracy when measuring and pouring chemicals.

• Ability to properly use and wear heat-resistant personal protective equipment (PPE), such as Heat-resistant gloves or specialized headgear.
• Able to work independently to complete assigned tasks and to follow written procedures
• Ability to collaborate effectively with other team members

• College or technical diploma with relevant experience in similar laboratory environment
• • Familiarity with WHMIS

Physical and Environmental Conditions

• Ability to lift and carry heavy containers usually up to 40 lbs., multiple times throughout a shift.
• Requires standing for extended periods, typically for most of the shift, with occasional short breaks.
• Frequent bending, reaching, and crouching to manage sample preparation, arrange materials, and load/unload fusion vessels.
• The technician is exposed to heat and chemicals requiring safe handling procedures and careful attention to lab protocols.

Benefits:

• Health & Dental Coverage
• Life Insurance
• STD & LTD Coverage
• Company RRSP match
• Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
• Professional Development

Bureau Veritas is proud to be committed to providing fair and competitive pay.

The salary range for this role is  $19.00 - $20.51 an hour.

Pay within this range varies by work location and may also depend on job-related knowledge, skills,  experience, and market location.