Chemical/Field Technician (Downstream Chemicals)
About The Position
The Chemical/Field Technician supports customer operations through field service activities, laboratory and product testing, equipment maintenance, and inventory management. The role works closely with customers and internal teams to help ensure operational efficiency, deliver quality service, and support the effective application of downstream chemical solutions while maintaining safety and compliance. The technician works in both laboratory and industrial field environments, building knowledge of industrial processes, business operations, chemical treatment applications, and operational best practices. The position requires completing field-based and technical training and contributing to health, safety, environmental compliance, and operational excellence. This is a 100% onsite role in Corpus Christi, Texas. The stated schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with possible schedule flexibility to support customer requirements, business priorities, travel, and operational activities. Valid work authorization in the country of employment is required; the employer cannot sponsor work authorization for this role. The role offers career development and training opportunities, medical and wellness benefits, financial and retirement programs, and additional voluntary benefits. The position is eligible for company-sponsored health and welfare programs and the Thrift Plan (401k), and may include additional compensation such as bonuses subject to applicable plans or policies. The internal title is Field Specialist IV - DSC.
Requirements
- Technical college degree or equivalent education preferred.
- General understanding of industrial processes and business principles.
- Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively.
- Ability to build productive working relationships across cross-functional teams.
- Ability to work in an industrial environment, including varying weather conditions, elevated work locations, and use of personal protective equipment.
- Strong commitment to safety, compliance, and continuous improvement.
- Valid driver's license and a safe driving record for operating company vehicles.
- Valid work authorization in the country of employment; sponsorship is not available.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of chemistry, materials, process flows, or petroleum engineering concepts.
- Technical college degree or equivalent education.
Responsibilities
- Perform laboratory testing and analysis to support chemical treatment programs, evaluate system performance, and accurately report results.
- Work in field environments to support customer operations, conduct inspections and testing, and deliver service.
- Transfer chemical products and fluids safely from tanker trucks to bulk storage tanks in accordance with operational and safety procedures.
- Operate company vehicles to travel between customer sites while maintaining a valid driver's license and safe driving record.
- Monitor application operating parameters to support customer operations and system performance.
- Conduct field and product testing and accurately record and communicate results to appropriate stakeholders.
- Perform equipment maintenance activities as directed to support operational reliability.
- Manage product inventory activities, including reporting, ordering, and delivery coordination.
- Develop knowledge of industrial processes, business operations, and downstream chemical treatment applications.
- Complete required training and development activities through field-based and technical learning programs.
- Support health, safety, environmental compliance, and operational excellence activities.
- Collaborate with customers and internal teams to support service delivery and business objectives.
- Conduct business in accordance with company health, safety, environmental, legal compliance, and ethical standards.
Benefits
- Career development and training opportunities
- Medical and wellness benefits
- Financial and retirement programs
- Additional voluntary benefits
- Company-sponsored health and welfare programs
- Thrift Plan (401k)
- Potential additional compensation such as bonuses, subject to applicable plans or policies
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
