Full-Time

Laboratory Technician B

Chemistry

AGAT Laboratories

AGAT Laboratories

501-1,000 employees

Analytical testing across environmental, industrial sectors

No salary listed

Montreal, QC, Canada

In Person

Bachelor's

Category
Academic & Institutional Research (1)

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Requirements
  • A technical diploma in chemistry, analytical chemistry, or biotechnology, or a bachelor's degree in science.
  • Laboratory experience with gas chromatography–mass spectrometry and gas chromatography–flame ionization detection.
  • Good computer skills.
  • Good written and spoken French.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Ability to stay organized and attentive to deadlines.
Responsibilities
  • Perform organic chemistry procedures on environmental samples, including weighing samples and conducting digestions for metals analysis.
  • Perform laboratory analyses using gas chromatography–mass spectrometry and gas chromatography–flame ionization detection.
  • Provide regular laboratory support, including washing glassware, preparing samples, maintaining workstations, and disposing of waste.
  • Use basic laboratory instruments.
  • Continuously track samples to ensure deadlines are met.
  • Follow established procedures and comply with the quality system at all times.
  • Follow health and safety measures at all times.
Desired Qualifications
  • Ability to work in a positive manner in an active environment.

AGAT Laboratories provides analytical testing services for environmental, industrial, and energy projects across a network of 40+ coast-to-coast laboratories. It helps clients by performing precise laboratory analyses using modern instruments and developing technologies, then delivering clear results through a dedicated project manager and expert scientific staff. The labs combine chemistry, biochemistry, microbiology, geology, engineering, and specialty analyses to support decision-making throughout a project’s life cycle. What sets AGAT apart is its nationwide reach and collaborative, service-oriented approach—“Service Beyond Analysis”—which partners with clients to understand needs and solve challenges rather than just run tests. The company’s goal is to generate accurate data that clients can trust to guide their choices, and to grow by welcoming new labs, clients, and scientific developments, sample by sample.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Calgary, Canada

Founded

1979

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What believers are saying

  • AGAT marked 47 years in July 2026, showing operating durability.
  • Open roles in Calgary, Edmonton, Tempe, Thunder Bay, and Montreal show expansion.
  • 2026 seminars and conference presence deepen relationships in environmental and mining markets.

What critics are saying

  • Seasonal postings through November 2026 signal demand volatility and uneven utilization.
  • 2.6 Indeed rating from 247 reviews signals persistent employee dissatisfaction.
  • Litigation history, including Desanti v. AGAT, keeps liability exposure visible to clients.

What makes AGAT Laboratories unique

  • AGAT runs 40+ specialized North American labs across eight industries.
  • AGAT’s Tempe lab is Arizona’s only local PFAS provider for EPA methods.
  • AGAT’s electronic chain of custody integrates with WebEARTH for faster client workflows.

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