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Co-op Student Lab Technician
Gibson Energy
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Source date: 11/4/2026
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Co-op Student Lab Location: Moose Jaw Job status: Full Time Fixed Term Department: Moose Jaw Operations Is this position safety sensitive: Yes Application deadline is November 20, 2026 at 11:59pm Start Date: January 2027 Co-op Term Length: 12 months Shift Schedule : 9/80 - 9 hrs monday to thursday, 8 hrs on friday with every second friday off About Our Student Program 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. What Our Student Program Offers • The ability to become part of an incredible work environment and culture that supports career development. • The opportunity to connect and network with professionals and peers in your field of interest. • The opportunity to make an impact in your community through the abundance of volunteer opportunities through the Gibson GIVES employee giving program. • Be a part of a community from day one! Join our Next Gen employee community group that organizes social events for current students and recent graduates that are newer to the professional industry. The Role Reporting to the Laboratory Supervisor, the Co-op Student will fulfill a lab technician role in routine analysis, and assist with research and development activities. What You'll Do • Assists in conducting routine lab analysis on refinery products. • Assists in collecting samples as required in various sample container sizes from trucks, pipelines, tanks, process and QC buildings. • Orders lab supplies when necessary. • Performs preventative maintenance on lab equipment. • Performs administrative work including data review and entry into LIMS and applicable data reporting tools. • Maintains safe work procedures and a healthy lab environment according to Gibson Safety and Environmental policies. • Performs basic house keeping duties, which includes assisting in clearing old equipment from the lab. • Review and follow site-specific standard operating procedures. • Reports all spills, emergencies and incidents & near misses to Lab Supervisor. • Informs Lab Supervisor of any lab issues affecting operations or stakeholders • 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. Who You Are • Currently enrolled in a chemistry related post secondary degree or technical program. • Class 5 Driver’s License. • Possesses knowledge or experience in the petroleum industry would be an asset. • Knowledge in applicable lab operation technology including data management and instrument operation would be an asset. • Exhibits excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills. • Basic understanding of chemistry. • Demonstrates proficiency in MS Outlook, Excel, and Word. Working Conditions and Physical Requirements • This job is subject to background checks as outlined in Gibson Energy’s Background Checks policy. Background checks may include: pre-employment drug & alcohol testing, pre-employment functional fitness testing, reference checks, education and/or credentials verification, driver's license and driver's abstract verification and a criminal history check. • As this position includes operating a company vehicle, the successful candidate will be required to provide a minimum 3-year Driver's Abstract. • The majority of the work is performed in a lab environment. • This position requires physical mobility and able to perform duties in a confined space and/or in the vicinity of dangerous goods. • This position requires employees to wear appropriate PPE as required by the company’s safety policies and as required for weather conditions. • Must be able to walk on uneven surfaces as well as climb ladders and stairs. • Standing and/or sitting for long periods. • Occasional bending and twisting is required as is prolonged neck positioning. • Some crouching, squatting, kneeling. • Frequent to constant upper extremity movements (elbows, forearm, wrist, handgrip). • Lifting up to 40lbs. • Pushing up to 30lbs and carrying up to 40lbs. About the Company Gibson Energy Inc. (“Gibson” or the “Company”) is a diversified North American energy infrastructure company headquartered in Calgary, Alberta. They have significant terminal assets, including 25 million barrels of storage and over 300 miles (500 kilometres) of crude pipelines across North America. The company has been providing market access to the oil and gas industry for over 70 years and is publicly traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX:GEI) with a market capitalization of approximately $4 billion. Gibson Energy operates through two main segments: • Infrastructure: This includes terminals, marine loading, rail loading and unloading facilities, gathering pipelines, a diluent recovery unit, and a crude oil processing facility. Key facilities within this segment include the Hardisty, Edmonton, and Ingleside Terminals, as well as gathering pipelines in the United States and a crude oil processing facility in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan. • Marketing: This involves the purchasing, selling, storing, and optimizing of hydrocarbon products. Gibson Energy has a strong presence in the United States, due to the acquisition of the Gateway Terminal in Ingleside, Texas. This terminal is a world-class liquids terminal and export facility with very large crude carrier (VLCC) capabilities and direct pipeline connections to key basins like the Permian and Eagle Ford. The acquisition strengthens Gibson's cash flow with over 95% of the revenue under take-or-pay contracts with high-quality counterparties. Our Values, The Gibson Way The Gibson Way is how we succeed together. We believe in the power of both ‘We’ (collectively working together) and “I” (contributing individually) to achieve our shared goals. The ‘We & I’ play a very important role in our success! • Contribute & Add Value Everyday • Keep Our Edge & Be Resilient • Stay Focused & Open-Minded • Work it Out & Do it Together This is what we are all about and we encourage you to learn more! For more information, visit www.gibsonenergy.com .