URGENT HIRING!
Bureau Veritas is actively hiring for multiple positions, and we'd love for you to join us!
Sample Preparation Technician - You will sort rock and soil samples by hand and crush/pulverize samples using equipment.
Job Duties:
Job Overview and Responsibilities:
- Prepare geological samples by crushing, pulverizing or sieving according to Standard Operating Procedures without deviation unless authorized by the Manager
- Ensure fast and accurate processing of incoming samples in priority sequence
- Scan crushing / pulverizing QC checks and equipment used and boxes to the next station upon completion of pages, as required
- Perform and document quality checks during sample preparation according to SOP and halt production upon consultation with the Supervisor where non-compliant
- Operate and clean equipment and notify shift Lead-Hand or Supervisor when equipment maintenance is necessary
- 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 position
- Act in a safe and professional manner and wear appropriate attire including the required personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Provide feedback to Lead-Hand or Supervisor for possible improvements in his/her work area
- Other duties as assigned from time to time
Job Qualifications:
- Minimum completion of high school or equivalent
- Previous experience using heavy equipment or working in a mineral processing lab preferred, but not required
- Excellent command of the English language, with overall strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to lift weights of 20-50 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
Apply now!
Full-time, long-term contracts are available.
Location: 77 Collins Lane, Whitehorse, Yukon Territories, Canada Y1A 0A8
Current Shifts Available:
- Day Shift: 6:30 am - 5:00 pm, Monday-Thursday
- Overnight Shift: 5:00 pm - 3:30 am, Monday - Thursday
- Weekend Day Shift: 7:00 am - 7:30 pm
- Weekend Night Shift: 7:00 pm - 7:30 am
Pay Rates:
- $20.51 per hour + $1.89 per hour for the Northern Living Allowance Premium
- Additional shift premiums for select shifts
Yukon Nominee Program Info:
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.
