18 Mar 2026

Lab Technician III

Fort McMurray , AB

Agilus is recruiting for a Lab Technician III in the oil & gas sector in Fort McMurray, Alberta.

Total rewards:

$35.00 - $40.00 hourly
This role is rotational on a 14/14 schedule
Fly in / Fly out to/from Surmont
12 Months of contract position

A typical day:

Ensure laboratory facility is kept clean and in a safe and functional condition, ensure that all laboratory supplies and expendables are available and in stock.
Interface with Operators, Process and Facility Engineers, and Site Management Stay current with new technologies and test methods for continuous improvement of laboratory function.
Support and comply with the policies, goals, efforts, and programs of CPCs Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) Management System.
Perform various routine tests in an efficient manner, not limited to the following: pH, turbidity, conductivity, hardness, alkalinity, sulfites, chlorides, silica, bitumen-in-water, density, viscosity, BS&W, and Particle Analysis.
Communicate off-spec sample results clearly and efficiently.
Utilize, calibrate and maintain equipment including, but not limited to: TOC/TIC analyzer, IC, ICP-OES, Hach Spectrometer, Moisture Analyzer, Anton Paar Densitometer/Viscometer, Karl Fischer titrator, centrifuges, Particle Analyzer.
Troubleshoot and calibrate equipment and perform preventative and corrective maintenance.
Collect process samples in an operating plant, following all applicable safety precautions Provide necessary training and coaching to junior members of lab staff team; work in a team environment to accomplish goals

Successful candidates will have:

Minimum Chemistry technology / Laboratory technology degree; diploma or equivalent.
Minimum 5 years analytical and QA/QC experience.
This is a safety sensitive position and will be subject to the relevant requirements of the CPC’s Alcohol and Drug policy, which includes pre-assignment testing.
Experience in troubleshooting, modification and validation of methods.
Proven ability to maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment, Self starter; ability to work with limited direction.
Strong written and verbal communications skills Basic skills in Microsoft Productivity programs.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment, utilizing strong organizational and time management skills.
Ability to comply with a 14/14 rotational schedule, day shift and night shift Valid drivers license Comfortable/Able to drive a half ton pickup truck.

This posting is for an active opening.

Interested?
Please apply directly online

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Job Code 153715

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Agilus Work Solutions is committed to employ people from diverse backgrounds and we actively demonstrate inclusiveness through fair, equitable and accessible hiring practices. We recognize the strength that comes from different experiences, backgrounds and perspectives and welcome candidates who identify as visible minorities, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and persons within the LGBTQ+ community. We feel it is important as an organization that all people have access and opportunity to be employed, to be valued and to be respected.

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