Laboratory Technician C

Valero•Los Angeles, CA

16h•Onsite

About The Position

The Laboratory Technician C position at Valero involves setting up, adjusting, and operating laboratory equipment, performing physical and chemical tests safely and according to established procedures. The role requires following written or verbal procedures, checking results against specifications, and participating in the Company Lab QA/QC program to ensure consistency and accuracy. Responsibilities also include computing physical and chemical properties using tables and formulas, accurately recording and checking all data, and reporting any irregularities. The technician must handle samples and chemicals safely, clean lab equipment and work areas, and participate in the Company Lab training program. This is an hourly nonexempt position, eligible for overtime pay, with a work schedule of twelve (12) hour rotating night shifts, including holidays, weekends, days, nights, and being on call as necessary. The position is located on-site at the Valero Wilmington Refinery. Valero emphasizes its caring and committed culture and offers an excellent benefits package and opportunities for personal growth.

Requirements

Able and willing to work on-site, in-person at the Valero Wilmington Refinery, required.
High school diploma or GED required.
Eligible to obtain a TWIC card (Transportation Worker Identification Credential).

Nice To Haves

Minimum two years of college-level Chemistry and algebra-based Mathematics courses preferred.
Minimum three years of petroleum laboratory experience preferred.
Knowledge of ASTM and UOP and Standard Methods for Examination of Petroleum and Asphalt Products preferred.

Responsibilities

Sets up, adjusts and operates laboratory equipment.
Performs physical and chemical tests, safely and according to established procedures.
Follows written or verbal procedures, and instructions. Checks results against established specifications to Company needs.
Participates in the Company Lab QA/QC program to determine consistency and accuracy of lab test procedures and techniques.
Refers to tables and uses formulas to compute physical and chemical properties.
Records and checks all data, calculations and results for accuracy in standard lab format.
Reports irregularities in any analysis or result to appropriate personnel.
Handles samples and chemicals safely and according to the Company Lab Procedure.
Cleans lab equipment and work areas to assure the accurate, safe and efficient functioning of the laboratory.
Participates in Company Lab training program.