05 Jun 2026

Contract Lab Sampling Technician_

Foster Creek, AB

Agilus by Synergie is recruiting for a Contract Lab Sampling Technician_ in the Oil and Gas Sector in Foster Creek, Alberta.
The Lab Sampling Technician is responsible for the safe, accurate, and compliant collection of field samples including water, gas, hydrocarbons, and soil/ground materials. This role supports laboratory analysis, production optimization, environmental monitoring, and regulatory compliance by ensuring high-quality sample integrity from field collection through delivery to laboratory facilities.
Total rewards:

$44.00 - $52.00 hourly
12 Months of contract position
Frequent travel to remote field locations
Outdoor work in varying weather conditions (extreme cold/heat)
Rotation 11.43 Hrs Per day, 7 on 7 off Fly in Fly Out (or Busing available)

A typical day:

Field Sampling & Collection: Collect representative samples from oil & gas operations including: Produced water, surface water, and groundwater, Natural gas streams and vapor samples Crude oil, bitumen, condensate, and refined liquids Soil and sediment for environmental monitoring.
Perform sampling at various locations such as: Wellheads, separators, tanks, pipelines, and processing facilities Battery sites, pump stations, and disposal systems, Follow standardized sampling methods (ASTM, API, company SOPs).
Sample Handling & Documentation: Properly label, preserve, and store samples according to regulatory and lab standards Maintain strict chain-of-custody documentation.
Ensure accurate data logging in field notebooks or digital systems, Prepare samples for transportation to internal or third-party laboratories.
Health, Safety & Environmental Compliance :Adhere to all and regulatory HSE policies, including: Safe work practices in hazardous environments (H2S, confined space, etc.), Proper use of PPE and gas detection equipment, Participate in hazard assessments, safety meetings, and incident reporting, Ensure environmental sampling aligns with Alberta Energy Regulator (AER) and federal requirements.
Equipment, Operation & Maintenance: Operate and maintain field sampling equipment such as: Sample cylinders, bailers, pumps, and probes Gas sampling containers and flow measurement tools, Calibrate, clean, and troubleshoot equipment to maintain data integrity Coordinate with lab personnel for quality assurance and control.

Successful candidates will have:

Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
High school education, or equivalent
Valid driver’s license with clean driving record
Laboratory and field experience
Ability to work long hours with physically demanding work, often outdoors and in the elements.

Job Code 155567

We value a diverse workplace.

Agilus by Synergie 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.

Our recruiting process is human-centric and supported by AI. Our AI assistant may reach out to applicants for a prescreen. All results will be reviewed and evaluated by our Canadian based, human recruiting team.

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