Lab Technician - Petroleum

Intertek•Midland, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions, is seeking a Petroleum Laboratory Technician to join their Caleb Brett team in Midland, TX. This role offers an opportunity for career growth within the Inspection and Testing business at Intertek, a global leader in the ATIC Industry. Intertek Caleb Brett specializes in Cargo inspection and analytical assessment services for the oil and gas, chemical, and commodities markets, leveraging a global network of laboratories and over 130 years of customer service experience. The company is dedicated to innovation and evolving to reduce risk for consumers, brands, and organizations worldwide, functioning as a Total Quality Assurance Provider with a purpose of bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life.

Requirements

Ability to work in fast‐paced, multi‐tasking environment with shifting priorities and demanding deadlines.
Must be detailed‐oriented and able to effectively prioritize and organize workload, with efficient time management.
Ability to communicate and interact effectively in verbal written and presentation formats.
Must possess the fundamental technical and administrative skills required to perform the job duties.
Must be customer focused and quality driven.
Must demonstrate ability to multi-task in high production testing areas.
Must possess good math and observation skills.
Must demonstrate proficiency using LIMS applications and established chemistry lab processes.
Must demonstrate excellent team communication, coordination and cooperation.
Must demonstrate ability to follow standard and non-standard procedures.
Must demonstrate ability to utilize non-complex and complex instrumentation.
Must be able to work overtime as business needs dictate.
Valid Driver's License and reliable driving record required.

Nice To Haves

Prefer proficiency with Microsoft Office software, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
High school diploma or GED preferred.
Prefer successful completion of at least one semester of college level chemistry and/or prior work experience in a laboratory environment.
GC Experience is definitely a plus!

Responsibilities

Performs numerous chemical and physical tests based on American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) methods or accepted industry standards in multiple test areas.
Assist with equipment calibration, maintenance and basic troubleshooting.
Cleans glassware and test equipment.
Assists with preparing reagents as needed.
Records data on appropriate data sheets and reports data to LIMS system.
Responsible for maintaining quality records, control charts, and lab supply inventories.
Responsible for complying with safety, quality and housekeeping requirements.
Participates in cross training as needed.