General Labor - Sample Prep Technician - Whitehorse/Yukon

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Sample Preparation Technician

You will receive, sort, label, prepare, crush, pulverize, sieve, and package geological rock and soil samples for laboratory analysis while following established Standard Operating Procedures and health and safety requirements.

Comprehensive on-the-job training is provided.

Job Overview and Responsibilities

Receive, verify, label, prepare, crush, pulverize, and sieve geological samples according to Standard Operating Procedures without deviation unless authorized by the Manager.
Ensure fast and accurate processing of incoming samples according to established priorities.
Scan crushing/pulverizing quality control checks, equipment used, and completed boxes before forwarding samples to the next processing station as required.
Perform and document quality checks during sample preparation according to SOPs and halt production in consultation with the Supervisor when non-compliance is identified.
Operate, clean, and perform routine care of sample preparation equipment and notify the Shift Lead-Hand or Supervisor when maintenance is required.
Move samples, sample containers, and materials throughout the laboratory using safe material handling practices.
Comply with Occupational Health and Safety legislation, BV Group Policies and Procedures, Upstream Minerals Management System Policies and Procedures, and applicable ISO standards.
Maintain a safe, professional work environment while wearing all required personal protective equipment (PPE).
Provide feedback to the Lead-Hand or Supervisor regarding opportunities for continuous improvement within the work area.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Work Environment

This position is performed in a mineral sample preparation laboratory supporting the mining industry. Employees work with rock and soil samples using crushing, pulverizing, and screening equipment while wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE). The role involves repetitive manual tasks, prolonged standing, frequent lifting of materials, and working in an industrial laboratory environment.

Job Qualifications

Minimum completion of high school or equivalent.
Previous experience using heavy equipment or working in a mineral processing laboratory is preferred but not required.
Ability to communicate effectively in English and follow written and verbal safety instructions.
Ability to lift 20 to 50 lbs for prolonged periods.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Able to work independently and as part of a team.
Great attitude with an open and inclusive mindset.

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Full-time, long-term positions are available.

Location

77 Collins Lane, Whitehorse, Yukon Territories, Canada Y1A 0A8

Current Shifts Available

Day Shift: 6:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Thursday
Overnight Shift: 5:00 p.m. to 3:30 a.m., Monday to Thursday
Weekend Day Shift: 7:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Weekend Night Shift: 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m.

Pay Rates & Premiums

$20.51-21.76 per hour base pay, based on previous experience
$1.89/hour Northern Living Allowance Premium
Peak premium $1.60/hour, June to September
Night shift premium: $1.50/hr
Weekend shift premium $2.50/hr

Yukon Nominee Program Info

National Occupational Classification (NOC): 95100 – Labourers in mineral and metal processing (formerly NOC 9611)

This position does not include guaranteed support under the Yukon Nominee Program. Any future support is discretionary. Bureau Veritas considers employees on a case-by-case basis, at the manager's discretion, after 1 year of employment. We only consider exceptional employees for this program and can only grant a few people this opportunity each year. Due to the high degree of interest in this program, it is unlikely it will be granted.

About Bureau Veritas

Bureau Veritas is a world leader in Testing, Inspection and Certification services.

When we look at Bureau Veritas, we want to see a reflection of the communities in which we work. Inclusion is about actively involving every employee’s ideas, knowledge, perspectives, approaches and styles to maximize business success. Inclusion is about attracting new talent who will bring more diversity to our workforce, with differences in culture, professional backgrounds and beliefs.

Our purpose: Shaping a world of trust.

Guaranteeing quality, ensuring health and safety, mitigating risks, and improving performance, environmental protection, and social responsibility are what we're all about. We truly believe these activities contribute to a better world. We blend performance & integrity, with ambition & humility, responsibility & openness. Our people leave a mark on what they do.

We respect our people and believe in our talents. We empower them to leave their mark, working as a team for the benefit of our 400,000 clients across 140 countries. We believe that leaving a mark is a true challenge and opportunity for every one of us, a sign of trust and impact, a bond with the future, a proof of growth and development.

Being part of the BV family, is more than just working, it’s being convinced that you will Leave your mark…. in shaping a world of trust.

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