Location: Hardisty
Department: Lab - Hardisty
Job Status: Full-Time
Co-op Term: September 2022 to September 2023
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The goal of our Student Program is to develop the leaders of tomorrow by providing meaningful work experiences that allow students to gain valuable industry knowledge from all levels of the organization. The Students will have the opportunity to grow their professional network, give back to the community, and gain real world skills that will enhance their knowledge applicable to their studies.
Summary
The Co-op Student will fulfill a lab technician role in routine analysis, and assist with R&D activities, as directed by the lab team lead.
What You'll Be Doing
Conducts routine lab analysis on terminal products.
Collects samples within the terminal as required.
Orders lab supplies.
Performs preventative maintenance on lab equipment.
Maintains safe work procedures and a healthy lab environment according to Gibson Safety and Environmental policies.
Demonstrates a personal commitment and proactive approach to Environment, Health & Safety (EH&S) through participation in all applicable EH&S programs and ensures safe operation of the branch, team or unit and compliance with all Company EH&S policies and procedures.
May perform other duties as assigned.
What You Will Bring
Currently enrolled in a chemistry related post secondary or technical program.
A degree or diploma from a technical institution in a related field would be an asset.
Available for a 1 year Co-op work term from September 2022 to September 2023.
Class 5 Driver’s License.
Possesses knowledge or experience in the petroleum industry would be an asset.
Exhibits excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills.
Basic knowledge in Gas Chromatography.
Basic understanding of Chemistry.
Demonstrates proficiency in MS Outlook, Excel and Word.
Working Conditions
The majority of the work is performed in an office environment.
This job is subject to pre-employment drug and alcohol testing as outlined in Gibsons’ Drug & Alcohol policy.
VACCINATION STATUS
Gibson strongly encourages all applicants to be fully vaccinated with the COVID-19 vaccine as soon as the vaccine is available to you as Gibson considers vaccination to be a vital tool in the fight against the pandemic. Proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test result is required for entry to all Gibson locations, participation in all Gibson related activities, and for business travel, unless an exemption is required by law. Gibson may update its vaccination polices/requirements at any time in its sole discretion.
Please note: all employment offers are contingent upon completion of satisfactory background check, which, depending upon the position and function you are applying for, may include the following: criminal background check, employment references, employment verification, credit inquiry check and education/credential verification.
In addition, if the position you are applying for is deemed safety sensitive, applicants extended an offer will be required to undergo a Drug & Alcohol screening process. All employment offers are contingent upon a successful completion of this screening process.