The School of Agriculture and Food Production at Saskatchewan Polytechnic is looking for a Lab Technologist for the Ag & Food Production Lab. You will help prepare materials for scheduled class exercises, assist Instructors in conducting hands-on learning activities, and support applied research projects utilizing the facility. The successful candidate will be engaged in inventory management and purchasing and will be engaged in regular performance checks and overseeing repairs of equipment. If you have a Technologist diploma in Agriculture and Food Production, Chemistry, or Biology or equivalent apprentice-level training/experience in a mechanical trade—and at least three years of relevant agricultural experience (including equipment maintenance, lab practices, farm operations, pesticide application, precision ag, and crop production/harvest), please apply!
- Responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Agriculture and Food Production Lab at the Moose Jaw Campus.
- Assist instructors in preparing materials and equipment used in the facility and support the instructor during hands-on exercise delivery.
- May assist research personnel with the Sustainability-Led Integrated Centres of Excellence (SLICE) and other applied research areas with preparation of materials and equipment used in applied research projects and provide support for research staff during project activities.
- Ensure that lab tools and equipment are maintained in serviceable condition. Arrange for major repair of lab equipment if required.
- Coordinate replacement and/or repair of damaged or broken tools and equipment.
- Demonstrate equipment operation to new research staff and trainees engaged in applied research projects, as needed, and act as a resource for project personnel when required.
- Ensure the safety and security of the facility, verify that all equipment meets safety regulations and compliance standards, and perform weekly cleaning routines in the lab.
- Receive, store, and dispense lab consumable items in consultation with the shipping and receiving department and follow shipping and receiving procedures.
- Provide research and recommendations related to purchasing supplies and equipment.
- Coordinate and initiate purchasing of approved lab supplies and equipment.
- Keep an up-to-date inventory record and maintenance scheduling system for lab equipment.
- Prepare documentation concerning general facility operations and procedures.
- Contribute to creating a positive, diverse, inclusive work and learning environment.
