Technician, Lab, Petroleum - Corpus Christi, TX

VetJobs•Corpus Christi, TX

5d•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 Corpus Christi, TX. This role supports analytical testing for Intertek and its clients by performing various chemical and physical tests, maintaining records, and ensuring accurate, timely, and cost-effective service. The company is a global leader in the ATIC (Assurance, Testing, Inspection, and Certification) industry, providing specialized Cargo inspection and analytical assessment services to the oil and gas and chemical markets. Intertek Caleb Brett has a global network of laboratories and over 130 years of experience. The company's purpose is to bring 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.
Minimum one year experience working as a main floor lab technician.

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

Perform 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.
Clean glassware and test equipment.
Assist with preparing reagents as needed.
Record data on appropriate data sheets and report data to LIMS system.
Maintain quality records, control charts, and lab supply inventories.
Comply with safety, quality and housekeeping requirements.
Participate in cross training as needed.