Chemical Technician (Downstream Chemicals)
About The Position
The Chemical Technician will support a key refinery customer account by managing, servicing, measuring, monitoring, and troubleshooting chemical treatment programs. The role supports refinery process, finished fuels, and water treatment applications, helping customers operate safely and efficiently through specialty chemicals, equipment, digital tools, and industry expertise. The technician manages day-to-day program operations, chemical inventories and deliveries, field sampling, laboratory testing, injection-system maintenance, and reporting. The role also supports development and installation of new systems, coordinates field projects, monitors existing programs, and collaborates with colleagues on technical sales and customer-focused solutions.
Requirements
- High school diploma.
- At least 1 year of experience in a refining, petrochemical, or industrial setting.
- Strong mechanical aptitude, mathematical skills, and troubleshooting skills.
- Previous laboratory experience and/or familiarity with analytical methods and interpretation.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds.
- Ability to drive a company vehicle as required; motor vehicle record checks will be performed to determine eligibility.
- A TWIC Card or ability to obtain one.
- Residence within a commutable distance of Detroit, Michigan.
- Valid work authorization in the country of employment; the employer cannot sponsor work authorization for this role.
Responsibilities
- Safely manage day-to-day refinery process, finished fuels, and water treatment programs to deliver performance and value for customers.
- Manage chemical inventories and deliveries, conduct field sampling and laboratory testing, maintain injection systems, and prepare reports.
- Support the development and installation of systems and designs for applying chemical products and technologies.
- Collaborate with team members on technical sales and innovative customer solutions.
- Identify and coordinate projects that support field application of chemicals and programs.
- Monitor and maintain customer programs and report on application performance using basic data and information.
Benefits
- Company-provided vehicle or vehicle allowance
- Competitive 401(k) program
- Company Stock Purchase Program
- Contemporary work-life balance policies and wellbeing activities
- Comprehensive private medical care options
- Life insurance and disability programs
- Tailored financial programs
- Education assistance
- Generous parental leave
- Mental health resources and virtual therapy programs
- Dependent and partners care
- Pet insurance
- Additional elected or voluntary benefits
- Company-sponsored health and welfare programs and Thrift Plan (401k)
- Potential bonuses, subject to applicable benefit plans or policies
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
