Laboratory Technician I

Core Laboratories Inc.•Calgary, AB

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

Performs routine laboratory tests under close supervision to determine chemical or physical characteristics designated by the client. This role involves reading and understanding analytical standards, assisting senior personnel with equipment operation and basic testing, performing routine maintenance and troubleshooting, maintaining a safe and clean workplace, and preparing chemical solutions. The technician will also be responsible for completing data sheets and making accurate computer entries.

Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent required
Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
Be able to work in the presence of odors typical of petroleum or petrochemicals without allergic reactions or nausea.
Regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; talk or hear; and test or smell.
Frequently required to walk, sit, and reach with hands and arms.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science degree preferred
Two years of related experience and/or training preferred

Responsibilities

Read and understand all analysis and safety standards in English, including ASTM, GPA, API, UOP, IP and other well-defined analytical standards and procedures used in the laboratory.
Assist senior laboratory personnel in setting up, adjusting and operating laboratory equipment for which the technician has been adequately trained and has been verified to operate correctly in accordance with applicable standards and sound laboratory practice.
Assist in or perform basic analytical tests from well-defined standards and procedures as assigned by the Laboratory Manager.
Perform routine maintenance, troubleshooting and address minor repairs to laboratory equipment as required.
Maintain a safe, clean and efficient workplace adhering to all laboratory safety requirements.
Ensuring that all safety infractions are addressed in a timely manner.
Assist in calibrating laboratory instruments for which the technician has been adequately trained and has been verified to operate correctly in accordance with applicable standards and sound laboratory practice.
Prepare chemical solutions according to standard formulas.
Comply with all health, safety, and quality management system requirements.
Understand theory and calculations associated with laboratory analyses performed.
Complete laboratory raw data sheets and make accurate entries into laboratory computer programs.