Chemical/Field Technician (Downstream Chemicals)
About The Position
The Chemical/Field Technician supports customer operations through field service, laboratory testing, equipment maintenance, and inventory management. The role works with customers and internal teams to help maintain operational efficiency and deliver quality service through the effective application of downstream chemical solutions, while following safety and compliance requirements. The technician performs laboratory and field testing, inspects customer sites, monitors application parameters, transfers chemicals and fluids into bulk storage, and maintains equipment as directed. The role also involves operating a company vehicle between customer sites, recording and communicating test results, and coordinating product inventory, orders, and deliveries. The technician builds knowledge of industrial processes and chemical treatment applications and completes required field-based and technical training. This is a 100% onsite position in Corpus Christi, Texas, with a stated schedule of Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Schedule flexibility may be needed to meet customer requirements, business priorities, travel, and operational activities. The position requires valid work authorization in the country of employment; the employer cannot sponsor work authorization. The internal title is Field Specialist IV - DSC.
Requirements
- General understanding of industrial processes and business principles.
- Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills, including the 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 safe driving record for operating company vehicles.
- Valid work authorization in the country of employment; sponsorship is not available.
Nice To Haves
- Technical college degree or equivalent education.
- Knowledge of chemistry, materials, process flows, or petroleum engineering concepts.
Responsibilities
- Perform laboratory testing and analysis to support chemical treatment programs, evaluate system performance, and report results accurately.
- Work in field environments to support customer operations, conduct inspections and testing, and deliver service.
- Safely transfer chemical products and fluids from tanker trucks to bulk storage tanks in accordance with operational and safety procedures.
- Operate company vehicles between customer sites and maintain 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.
- Manage product inventory reporting, ordering, and delivery coordination.
- Build knowledge of industrial processes, business operations, and downstream chemical treatment applications.
- Complete required field-based and technical training and development activities.
- 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, including participation in the Company Thrift Plan (401k).
- Additional voluntary benefits.
- Company-sponsored health and welfare programs.
- 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
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
