Senior Technician, Field

SGS•Portland, OR

47d•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Technician, Field Operations MIN is responsible for collecting samples, observation, and/or inspection of products or raw materials for laboratory analysis. This role involves working under established direction with a high degree of independence. The Senior Technician also takes on additional responsibility as Team Lead in the absence of the Supervisor/Manager, providing technical advice and support to Field Technicians, training Junior Technicians, and assisting staff to ensure tasks are completed safely and efficiently. The role may also involve preparation or laboratory responsibilities as needed, and direct responsibility for area housekeeping, cleanliness, and equipment maintenance.

Requirements

Associate degree or High School (GED) and equivalent years of experience required.
Experience working in Industrial or Laboratory or Field Services setting with experience following strict safety standards.
A valid and current Driver’s license may be required if the role requires driving a company vehicle.
May be required to obtain a TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Card)
May be required to obtain 24-hour surface Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) certificate, training is available through SGS.
Proficient in English
Mathematical Skills
Advanced level reasoning skills, uses logical and practical approach to solve problems
Ability to effectively communicate (in writing or verbally), presenting information individually or in small group situations to internal or external customers
Ability to follow directions ensuring the end results are accurate and completed with the required timeframe
Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
Ability to work independently and under moderate supervision
Team player attitude, customer care focus
Ability to lead more junior employees
Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches/50 centimeters or less)
Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet/6 meters or more)
Peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point)
Depth perception (three-dimension vision, ability to judge distance and three-dimensional relationships)
Ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus)
Ability to see color
Must be able to hear equipment operating, alarms sounding, traffic, telephones

Nice To Haves

MS Office (Word, Excel) – Intermediate user proficiency Preferred

Responsibilities

Collects samples of product or raw materials that are being transferred in containers, vessels, barges, trucks, and/or rail.
Gathers samples at specified locations, date states of processing and time interval.
Labels sample containers and all related paperwork, documenting location of sample, date, and time of collection.
Delivers samples to laboratory for analysis.
Prepares samples, performs their reduction and division of appropriate sizes.
Performs sample screening and/or other related physical tests.
Ensures all equipment and containers are organized and cleaned before and after use.
Ensures all personal protective equipment (PPE) relevant for tasks is worn at all times.
Ensures compliance with all required local and federal safety processes and procedures while collecting, screening or delivering samples.
Provides technical advice and support to the Field Technicians.
May train Junior Technicians as required.
Serves as a Team Leader when Supervisor and or Manager are not present.
Trains, motivates and monitors staff during shift.
Assists staff to carry out and complete tasks according to established work procedures.
Works in partnership with other Technicians to solve client problems to ensure quality and customer satisfaction standards are met.
Assists Supervisor and or Manager, making sure that each employee in the team has sufficient information, resources and materials to do their job safely.
May have Preparation or Laboratory responsibilities, as required by business needs.
Directly responsible for their area housekeeping and cleanliness on a daily basis.
Accountable for routine and non-routine equipment maintenance.
Directly responsible for ensuring all safety equipment is worn and safety procedures are followed while performing work, being on site or delivering samples.
Adheres to internal standards, policies and procedures.
Performs other duties as assigned.