Sample Technician

SAI Gulf•Mobile, AL

7h•Onsite

About The Position

SAI Gulf, LLC specializes in sampling and analyzing solid fuels, including coal, coke, and petroleum coke, in the U.S. Gulf of Mexico region. The Sample Technician contributes to the company’s field operations by collecting coal and petroleum coke samples for laboratory analysis. The work includes manual and mechanical sampling and other sampling and inspection services, following work instructions to meet consistent quality and safety standards. This is a full-time, in-person field position based primarily at the Alabama State Dock (McDuffie Island) in Mobile, Alabama. The work requires access to and work over or near water, including on barges, ships, and other vessels. The technician reports to the Site Manager and is part of the Operations department. The position uses hourly rotation-based shift work, including nights, weekends, and holidays, and may require overtime and travel. The listed pay is $19.50 per hour, with expected hours of at least 40 per week.

Requirements

At least 21 years of age.
Must have a Transportation Worker Identity Credential (TWIC) card.
Must have a valid driver's license, a clean driving record, and the ability to drive a company vehicle.
Must be able to obtain credentials required to access the Alabama State Docks.
Ability to follow detailed written or oral instructions and complete accurate work within required timeframes.
Ability to multitask in a busy environment.
Ability to read and write English, maintain legible handwriting, and perform basic mathematics.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally.
Ability to perform the listed physical activities, including standing, walking on inclined or uneven surfaces, sitting, lifting and carrying, bending, climbing stairs/ladders/stockpiles, pushing and pulling, stooping and crawling, working over or near water, and shoveling or scraping.
Ability to work with occasional exposure to inclement weather and high or low ambient temperatures.
Availability for hourly rotation-based shifts that include nights, weekends, and holidays; the position may require overtime and travel.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a field sampling position.
Experience with equipment maintenance, power tools, cleaning tools, and safety systems.

Responsibilities

Operate and maintain mechanical sampling systems and perform manual sampling.
Collect and label samples with identifying data, sample location, and collection date and time.
Complete sampling-related paperwork accurately and in a timely manner.
Complete company- and terminal-required safety and other training to satisfactory proficiency, including Lock Out / Tag Out procedures.
Wear task-appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times.
Understand workplace safety hazards, including hazards related to manual sampling, industrial equipment, inclement weather, working over or near water, and the proper use of PPE.
Conduct activities in accordance with internal standards, policies, and procedures.
Communicate regularly with the Site Manager about job status, progress, and problems.
Maintain walkways, sampling systems, preparation equipment, and work areas using cleaning tools, including compressed air and/or water.
Assess risks before performing tasks, work safely, and report accidents, near misses, and incidents to the Site Manager.
Maintain awareness of developments and conditions that affect quality procedures.