Assumes total responsibility for the completion of assigned projects within negotiated time and cost schedules.

Provides Certifiers with pre-job analysis to aid in the expediting of assignments in the laboratory. When requested, provides staff in other departments with technological assistance and guidance on products in the incumbent’s specialized field. Incumbent analyses all incoming work orders to the laboratory section and schedules work as required.

Processes and conducts all work for a considerable number and variety of assigned product certification to ensure they are completed efficiently to applicable standards. Reviews results of junior staff with respect to product specifications for work conducted. Evaluates client’s test facilities and testing capabilities for compliance to CSA requirements when required.

Responsible for test results and laboratory equipment in a highly technological and specialized laboratory product group. Independently analyzes complex devices and equipment to determine compliance to applicable requirements.

Selects applicable tests for certification and oversees same in the laboratory section and / or at the client’s facilities. Assists the Certifier when contacting the client. Independently maintains direct client contact, writes letters, telephone and visit clients. Advises and explains to the client certification evaluations, procedures and requirements in the incumbent’s specialized field of expertise.

Performs specialized duties for the management staff as assigned. Contributes to the development and implementation of requirements for new and / or revised standards, bulletins or laboratory practices; makes recommendations for, and assists the management staff regarding laboratory equipment, budget considerations, efficiency, and improvements in the lab.

Acts as a mentor for Laboratory Tech, Laboratory Tech I and Laboratory Tech II and performs other duties as assigned by the Manager, Senior Lab Tech or TA.

Maintains good housekeeping of tools, equipment and work area following tests and carry out assigned laboratory clean-up duties

Builds any special fixtures needed to execute testing protocols

Occasionally, may perform certification work similar to a Certifier II or III.

Responsible for maintaining quality and consistency of lab equipment

Responsible for follow-up for any non-conformances as a result of routine calibration.

Responsible for the integrity of customer samples while in the lab as per DQDs.

Assists in laboratory audit process.

Interacts with clients and agencies involved in project work

May do field trips and performs test work at manufacturer's facilities as required.

Generally given complex assignments.

Performs others duties as assigned by Manager or Project Manager.