Laboratory Technician, Borger Refinery
About The Position
The Laboratory Technician performs chemical analyses on a variety of products in a quality control laboratory at the Borger Refinery. The role involves sampling and handling chemical materials, maintaining a safe work environment, and performing maintenance on laboratory equipment. The technician works with plant engineers, operations and maintenance personnel, and other laboratory staff, and enters and retrieves data using computer systems. The position also includes general maintenance activities and use of fire-prevention equipment when necessary. This role works a 12-hour rotating shift that includes days, nights, many weekends, and some holidays. It requires overtime and on-call availability, as well as working in enclosed spaces, near large hot machinery, at heights, outdoors in harsh weather, and with chemicals and petroleum products under high pressure and temperature. The technician must be able to perform firefighting duties, use required protective equipment, and evacuate safely in an emergency. The Borger Refinery is in Borger, Texas, approximately 50 miles north of Amarillo. Its facilities process crude oil and produce transportation fuels, petroleum coke, NGLs, and solvents.
Requirements
- Be legally authorized to work in the United States.
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Valid driver's license.
- Be able to work a 12-hour rotating shift, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Be able to work overtime and assume on-call responsibilities.
- Be able to work in enclosed spaces such as tanks and silos and near large, hot, high-speed machines.
- Be able to climb up to 250 feet.
- Be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Be able to work with chemicals, including acids, bases, and solvents, and with petroleum products under high pressure and high temperatures.
- Be able to wear fire-retardant clothing and personal protective equipment, including steel-toe shoes and ear and eye protection.
- Maintain facial hair and skin condition as needed to ensure a respirator or face mask seals properly.
- Be able to perform firefighting duties, work outdoors in harsh weather, and evacuate safely during an emergency.
- Be able to read and understand written safety and work procedures, work permits, and instruction manuals.
- Be able to learn computer software associated with process operations.
- Be able to operate standard petroleum laboratory testing instruments and equipment.
- Be able to perform the stated duties with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Complete the required online assessment within 7 days of application or before the posting expiration date, whichever is earlier.
Nice To Haves
- Associate’s degree or higher in Chemistry, Chemical Technology, or another related science discipline.
- 3 or more years of experience as a Laboratory Technician or Chemist.
- 3 or more years of direct experience working in a refinery and/or chemical industry.
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering; other physical science disciplines are considered.
- Knowledge of CFR Engines and willingness to perform minor maintenance.
Responsibilities
- Run chemical analyses on a variety of products in a quality control laboratory.
- Climb stairs on storage tanks and bend, kneel, squat, and occasionally lift heavy articles.
- Maintain a safe work environment, sample and handle chemical materials, and perform maintenance on laboratory equipment.
- Work directly with plant engineers, operations and maintenance personnel, and other laboratory personnel in a team environment.
- Enter and retrieve data from computer systems.
- Use fire-prevention equipment when necessary and perform other general maintenance activities.
- Perform firefighting duties.
- Follow Standard Laboratory Procedures (SLPs) and American Society for Testing Materials (ASTM) procedures.
- Perform minor instrument maintenance.
Benefits
- Annual variable cash incentive program bonus; the position description lists a 7.5% annual cash bonus target.
- 8% 401(k) company match.
- Cash Balance Account pension.
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
- Annual company contribution to a Health Savings Account for employees enrolled in an HDHP.
- Total well-being programs and incentives, including an Employee Assistance Plan, well-being reimbursement, and backup family care services.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
